Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2929: AN ACT RELATING TO LABOR AND LABOR RELATIONS -- EMPLOYMENT SECURITY
Enacted Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2929 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on March 4, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO LABOR AND LABOR RELATIONS -- EMPLOYMENT SECURITY. Primary sponsor: Brian Thompson (Democratic), Todd Patalano (Democratic), David Tikoian (Democratic), Walter Felag (Democratic), John Burke (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 19, 2026): 06/19/2026 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.
Eliminates the "until June 30, 2026" sunset on the increase in the total amount of earnings a partial-unemployment insurance claimant can receive before being entirely disqualified for unemployment insurance benefits.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 5
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Thompson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
| Todd Patalano | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 26 |
| David Tikoian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
| Walter Felag | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 10 |
| 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
- 06/19/2026 Signed by Governor
- 06/16/2026 Transmitted to Governor
- 06/11/2026 Senate passed Sub A in concurrence
- 06/10/2026 Placed on Senate Calendar (06/11/2026)
- 06/10/2026 House passed Sub A
- 06/10/2026 Placed on House Calendar (06/10/2026)
- 06/09/2026 Committee recommends passage of Sub A
- 06/07/2026 Proposed Substitute
- 06/07/2026 Scheduled for consideration (06/09/2026)
- 05/29/2026 Referred to House Labor
- 05/28/2026 Senate read and passed
- 05/26/2026 Placed on Senate Calendar (05/28/2026)
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