Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 917: AN ACT RELATING TO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES -- RETAIL LICENSES
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 917 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on March 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES -- RETAIL LICENSES. Primary sponsor: Todd Patalano (Democratic), Ryan Pearson (Democratic), Pete Appollonio (Democratic), David Tikoian (Democratic), Brian Thompson (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 30, 2025): 04/30/2025 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.
Repeals § 3-7-19 which prohibits retail liquor licenses within two hundred feet (200') of schools and religious institutions.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 5
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Todd Patalano | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 26 |
| Ryan Pearson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 19 |
| Pete Appollonio | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 29 |
| David Tikoian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
| 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
- 04/30/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/25/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/30/2025)
- 04/21/2025 Meeting postponed (04/23/2025)
- 04/18/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration
- 04/09/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/04/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/09/2025)
- 03/27/2025 Introduced, referred to Senate Special Legislation and Veterans Affairs