Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2644: AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- ESTATES IN REAL PROPERTY
Enacted Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2644 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on February 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- ESTATES IN REAL PROPERTY. Primary sponsor: Brian Thompson (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 18, 2026): 06/18/2026 Signed by Governor.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Prohibits restrictive covenants related to grocery stores.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Thompson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 06/18/2026 Signed by Governor
- 06/16/2026 Transmitted to Governor
- 06/08/2026 House passed in concurrence
- 06/05/2026 Placed on the House Consent Calendar (06/08/2026)
- 05/26/2026 Committee recommends passage in concurrence
- 05/22/2026 Scheduled for consideration (05/26/2026)
- 05/06/2026 Referred to House Judiciary
- 05/05/2026 Senate read and passed
- 04/29/2026 Placed on Senate Calendar (05/05/2026)
- 04/28/2026 Committee recommends passage
- 04/24/2026 Scheduled for consideration (04/28/2026)
- 03/24/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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