Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2501: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- COUNCIL ON POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION
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- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
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Plain-language summary
SB 2501 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on February 6, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- COUNCIL ON POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION. Primary sponsor: Sam Bell (Democratic), Lori Urso (Democratic), David Tikoian (Democratic), Matt LaMountain (Democratic), Jake Bissaillon (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic), Todd Patalano (Democratic), Andrew Dimitri (Democratic), John Burke (Democratic), Brian Thompson (Democratic), Stefano Famiglietti (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 29, 2026): 05/29/2026 Referred to House Finance.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Beginning on July 1, 2026, allows state union employees to negotiate longevity payments in their collective bargaining agreements.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 11
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sam Bell | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 5 |
| Lori Urso | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 8 |
| David Tikoian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
| Matt LaMountain | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 31 |
| Jake Bissaillon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 1 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Todd Patalano | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 26 |
| Andrew Dimitri | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 25 |
| John Burke | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Brian Thompson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
| Stefano Famiglietti | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 4 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/29/2026 Referred to House Finance
- 05/28/2026 Senate read and passed
- 05/26/2026 Placed on Senate Calendar (05/28/2026)
- 05/26/2026 Committee recommends passage
- 05/22/2026 Scheduled for consideration (05/26/2026)
- 05/13/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/08/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/13/2026)
- 02/06/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Labor and Gaming