Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2686: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- THE OFFICE OF THE ELDER ADVOCATE
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2686 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on February 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- THE OFFICE OF THE ELDER ADVOCATE. Primary sponsor: David Tikoian (Democratic), Victoria Gu (Democratic), Bob Britto (Democratic), Jake Bissaillon (Democratic), Lou Raptakis (Democratic), Mark McKenney (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 7, 2026): 04/07/2026 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.
Establishes the office of the elder advocate to promote the rights of older adults in Rhode Island.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Tikoian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
| Victoria Gu | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 38 |
| Bob Britto | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 18 |
| Jake Bissaillon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 1 |
| Lou Raptakis | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 33 |
| Mark McKenney | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 30 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/07/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/03/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/07/2026)
- 03/11/2026 Committee postponed at request of sponsor (03/12/2026)
- 03/06/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration
- 02/27/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Health and Human Services