Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2753: AN ACT RELATING TO MILITARY AFFAIRS AND DEFENSE -- RHODE ISLAND VETERANS HOME STAFFING SUPPORT ACT OF 2026
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2753 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on February 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO MILITARY AFFAIRS AND DEFENSE -- RHODE ISLAND VETERANS HOME STAFFING SUPPORT ACT OF 2026. Primary sponsor: Bob Britto (Democratic), Sam Zurier (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic), Elaine Morgan (Republican), Pete Appollonio (Democratic), Meghan Kallman (Democratic), Dawn Euer (Democratic), Walter Felag (Democratic), Lou DiPalma (Democratic), Linda Ujifusa (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 26, 2026): 05/26/2026 Proposed Substitute.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Creates The Rhode Island Veterans Home Staffing Support Act of 2026.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bob Britto | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 18 |
| Sam Zurier | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 3 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Elaine Morgan | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 34 |
| Pete Appollonio | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 29 |
| Meghan Kallman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 15 |
| Dawn Euer | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 13 |
| Walter Felag | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 10 |
| Lou DiPalma | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 12 |
| Linda Ujifusa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 11 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/26/2026 Proposed Substitute
- 05/22/2026 Scheduled for consideration (05/27/2026)
- 03/11/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/06/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/11/2026)
- 02/27/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Special Legislation and Veterans Affairs