Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2946: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- LICENSING OF YOUTH CAMPS
Enacted Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2946 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 -- LICENSING OF YOUTH CAMPS. Primary sponsor: Brian Thompson (Democratic), Gordon Rogers (Republican), Pete Appollonio (Democratic), Lori Urso (Democratic), Pam Lauria (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic), Frank Ciccone (Democratic), David Tikoian (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.
Aligns the implementation date of youth camp licensing within the operational, and statutory framework of the Rhode Island department of human services and department of children, youth and families.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 7 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Thompson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
| Gordon Rogers | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 21 |
| Pete Appollonio | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 29 |
| Lori Urso | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 8 |
| Pam Lauria | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Frank Ciccone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 7 |
| David Tikoian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
“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
- 06/08/2026 House passed in concurrence
- 06/05/2026 Placed on the House Consent Calendar (06/08/2026)
- 06/03/2026 Senate read and passed
- 05/29/2026 Placed on Senate Calendar (06/03/2026)
- 05/28/2026 Committee recommends passage
- 05/26/2026 Scheduled for consideration (05/28/2026)
- 05/21/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/15/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/21/2026)
- 03/04/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary