Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 970: AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- ESTATES IN REAL PROPERTY
Passed one chamber Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 970 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on April 16, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- ESTATES IN REAL PROPERTY. Primary sponsor: Brian Thompson (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 20, 2025): 06/20/2025 Senate read and passed.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Prohibits restrictive covenants related to grocery stores.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Thompson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 06/20/2025 Senate read and passed
- 06/18/2025 Placed on Senate Calendar (06/20/2025)
- 06/18/2025 Committee recommends passage
- 06/14/2025 Scheduled for consideration (06/17/2025)
- 05/13/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/09/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/13/2025)
- 04/21/2025 Meeting postponed (04/22/2025)
- 04/18/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration
- 04/16/2025 Introduced, referred to Senate Commerce