Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 87: AN ACT RELATING TO FISH AND WILDLIFE -- COMMERCIAL FISHERIES
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 87 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on January 31, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO FISH AND WILDLIFE -- COMMERCIAL FISHERIES. Primary sponsor: Ryan Pearson (Democratic), Bob Britto (Democratic), Victoria Gu (Democratic), Alana DiMario (Democratic), Bridget Valverde (Democratic), Sue Sosnowski (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 12, 2025): 03/12/2025 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.
Creates commercial dock space for businesses subject to being reviewed by the DEM. Would also include commercial fishers to be eligible for a grant program.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryan Pearson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 19 |
| Bob Britto | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 18 |
| Victoria Gu | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 38 |
| Alana DiMario | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 36 |
| Bridget Valverde | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 35 |
| Sue Sosnowski | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 37 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/12/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/07/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/12/2025)
- 01/31/2025 Introduced, referred to Senate Environment and Agriculture