Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 3170: AN ACT RELATING TO THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY -- PERMANENT JOINT COMMITTEE ON NAMING ALL NEW BUILDINGS, BRIDGES, EDIFICES AND OTHER STATE CONSTRUCTIONS
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- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 3170 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on March 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY -- PERMANENT JOINT COMMITTEE ON NAMING ALL NEW BUILDINGS, BRIDGES, EDIFICES AND OTHER STATE CONSTRUCTIONS. Primary sponsor: Bob Britto (Democratic), John Burke (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic), Hanna Gallo (Democratic), David Tikoian (Democratic), Frank Ciccone (Democratic), Val Lawson (Democratic), Jake Bissaillon (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 23, 2026): 06/23/2026 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.
Makes the bridge over Smith Street and Route 95, the George Nee Bridge.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 8
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bob Britto | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 18 |
| John Burke | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Hanna Gallo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 27 |
| David Tikoian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
| Frank Ciccone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 7 |
| Val Lawson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 14 |
| Jake Bissaillon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 1 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 06/23/2026 Signed by Governor
- 06/18/2026 Transmitted to Governor
- 06/08/2026 House passed Sub A in concurrence
- 06/05/2026 Placed on the House Consent Calendar (06/08/2026)
- 05/28/2026 Committee recommends passage of Sub A in concurrence
- 05/22/2026 Scheduled for consideration (05/28/2026)
- 05/22/2026 Referred to House Special Legislation
- 05/21/2026 Senate passed Sub A
- 05/15/2026 Placed on Senate Calendar (05/21/2026)
- 05/14/2026 Committee recommends passage of Sub A
- 05/13/2026 Proposed Substitute
- 05/08/2026 Scheduled for consideration (05/14/2026)
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