Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2716: AN ACT RELATING TO GENERAL ASSEMBLY -- JOINT COMMITTEE OF THE REPEALER
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2716 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on February 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO GENERAL ASSEMBLY -- JOINT COMMITTEE OF THE REPEALER. Primary sponsor: David Tikoian (Democratic), Todd Patalano (Democratic), Frank Ciccone (Democratic), Sam Zurier (Democratic), Dawn Euer (Democratic), Lori Urso (Democratic), Lou DiPalma (Democratic), Brian Thompson (Democratic), Jessica de la Cruz (Republican), Thomas Paolino (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 27, 2026): 02/27/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Creates the joint committee of the repealer for a term of six (6) years to compile suggestions for repeal of certain statutes, regulations, and executive orders.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 8 · Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Tikoian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
| Todd Patalano | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 26 |
| Frank Ciccone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 7 |
| Sam Zurier | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 3 |
| Dawn Euer | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 13 |
| Lori Urso | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 8 |
| Lou DiPalma | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 12 |
| Brian Thompson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
| Jessica de la Cruz | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 23 |
| Thomas Paolino | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 17 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 02/27/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary