Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2498: AN ACT RELATING TO LABOR AND LABOR RELATIONS -- INSPECTION OF PERSONNEL FILES
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2498 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on February 6, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO LABOR AND LABOR RELATIONS -- INSPECTION OF PERSONNEL FILES. Primary sponsor: Todd Patalano (Democratic), Walter Felag (Democratic), Brian Thompson (Democratic), David Tikoian (Democratic), Matt LaMountain (Democratic), John Burke (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 4, 2026): 03/04/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Expands the obligations of employers to create, maintain and retain their employees' personnel records, it requires that records be retained for at least 3 years after employee's termination. It also increases the financial penalties for each violation.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Todd Patalano | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 26 |
| Walter Felag | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 10 |
| Brian Thompson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
| David Tikoian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
| Matt LaMountain | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 31 |
| John Burke | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/04/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 02/27/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/04/2026)
- 02/06/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Labor and Gaming