Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2742: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- NON-CHARITABLE BINGO
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2742 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on February 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- NON-CHARITABLE BINGO. Primary sponsor: Lou DiPalma (Democratic), Val Lawson (Democratic), Frank Ciccone (Democratic), John Burke (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 18, 2026): 03/18/2026 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.
Creates a new chapter to provide for non-charitable bingo by the state lottery division.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lou DiPalma | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 12 |
| Val Lawson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 14 |
| Frank Ciccone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 7 |
| 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
- 03/18/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/09/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/18/2026)
- 03/09/2026 Meeting postponed (03/11/2026)
- 03/06/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration
- 02/27/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Labor and Gaming