Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 531: AN ACT RELATING TO FOOD AND DRUGS -- THE RHODE ISLAND CANNABIS ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 531 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on February 26, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO FOOD AND DRUGS -- THE RHODE ISLAND CANNABIS ACT. Primary sponsor: Sam Bell (Democratic), Ana Quezada (Democratic), Victoria Gu (Democratic), Bob Britto (Democratic), Tiara Mack (Democratic), Jonathon Acosta (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 20, 2025): 05/20/2025 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 several amendments to the cannabis act relating to applications for licensure, the social equity assistance program and the application of cannabis tax revenue.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sam Bell | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 5 |
| Ana Quezada | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 2 |
| Victoria Gu | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 38 |
| Bob Britto | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 18 |
| Tiara Mack | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 6 |
| Jonathon Acosta | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 16 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/20/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/16/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/20/2025)
- 02/26/2025 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary