Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2932: AN ACT RELATING TO LABOR AND LABOR RELATIONS -- PAYMENT OF WAGES
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2932 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 -- PAYMENT OF WAGES. Primary sponsor: Ana Quezada (Democratic), Stefano Famiglietti (Democratic), Todd Patalano (Democratic), Meghan Kallman (Democratic), Brian Thompson (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 25, 2026): 03/25/2026 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.
Makes construction contractors civilly liable and/or jointly civilly liable for any claims of wage theft or nonpayment from an employee against the contractor, its subcontractors and any subcontractor.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 5
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ana Quezada | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 2 |
| Stefano Famiglietti | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 4 |
| Todd Patalano | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 26 |
| Meghan Kallman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 15 |
| Brian Thompson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/25/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/20/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/25/2026)
- 03/04/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Labor and Gaming