Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2922: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- THE RHODE ISLAND CENTER FOR EMPLOYEE OWNERSHIP
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- Introduced
- In committee
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- Passed both chambers
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Plain-language summary
SB 2922 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on March 4, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- THE RHODE ISLAND CENTER FOR EMPLOYEE OWNERSHIP. Primary sponsor: Lou DiPalma (Democratic), Frank Ciccone (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 8, 2026): 05/08/2026 Referred to House Committee on Small Business.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Establishes the Rhode Island center for employee ownership to facilitate businesses in transitioning to an employee-owned business model.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lou DiPalma | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 12 |
| Frank Ciccone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 7 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/08/2026 Referred to House Committee on Small Business
- 05/07/2026 Senate read and passed
- 04/30/2026 Placed on Senate Calendar (05/07/2026)
- 04/29/2026 Committee recommends passage
- 04/24/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/29/2026)
- 03/04/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Labor and Gaming