Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2802: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- RHODE ISLAND RESOURCE RECOVERY CORPORATION
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2802 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on March 4, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- RHODE ISLAND RESOURCE RECOVERY CORPORATION. Primary sponsor: Pam Lauria (Democratic), Bob Britto (Democratic), Victoria Gu (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic), Lori Urso (Democratic), Meghan Kallman (Democratic), Bridget Valverde (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 4, 2026): 03/04/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Environment and Agriculture.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Prohibits the use of artificial turf as material to cover compacted solid waste at a sanitary landfill.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 7
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pam Lauria | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
| Bob Britto | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 18 |
| Victoria Gu | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 38 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Lori Urso | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 8 |
| Meghan Kallman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 15 |
| Bridget Valverde | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 35 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/04/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Environment and Agriculture