Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2566: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- ASSISTED LIVING RESIDENCE LICENSING ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 2566 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on February 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- ASSISTED LIVING RESIDENCE LICENSING ACT. Primary sponsor: Mark McKenney (Democratic), Sam Bell (Democratic), Victoria Gu (Democratic), Matt LaMountain (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic), Frank Ciccone (Democratic), Jake Bissaillon (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 2, 2026): 06/02/2026 Meeting postponed (06/02/2026).
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Limits the facility's ability to charge rent and fees for a maximum of seven (7) days or until removal of the personal property from the room, whichever occurs first. A violation would constitute a deceptive trade practice.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 7
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mark McKenney | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 30 |
| Sam Bell | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 5 |
| Victoria Gu | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 38 |
| Matt LaMountain | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 31 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Frank Ciccone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 7 |
| Jake Bissaillon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 1 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 06/02/2026 Meeting postponed (06/02/2026)
- 05/29/2026 Scheduled for consideration
- 04/28/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/24/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/28/2026)
- 02/13/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Health and Human Services