Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2735: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC PROPERTY AND WORKS -- STATE PURCHASES
Enacted Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2735 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on February 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC PROPERTY AND WORKS -- STATE PURCHASES. Primary sponsor: David Tikoian (Democratic), Lou Raptakis (Democratic), Todd Patalano (Democratic), Stefano Famiglietti (Democratic), Brian Thompson (Democratic), Jake Bissaillon (Democratic), John Burke (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.
Amends the process for creating and governing project labor agreements (“PLA”).
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 7
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Tikoian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
| Lou Raptakis | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 33 |
| Todd Patalano | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 26 |
| Stefano Famiglietti | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 4 |
| Brian Thompson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
| Jake Bissaillon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 1 |
| John Burke | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
“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
- 06/11/2026 House passed Sub A as amended in concurrence
- 06/10/2026 Placed on House Calendar (06/11/2026)
- 06/10/2026 Senate passed Sub A as amended (floor amendment)
- 06/04/2026 Placed on Senate Calendar (06/10/2026)
- 06/04/2026 Committee recommends passage of Sub A
- 06/03/2026 Proposed Substitute
- 06/02/2026 Scheduled for consideration (06/04/2026)
- 03/25/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/20/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/25/2026)
- 02/27/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Labor and Gaming