Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 984: AN ACT RELATING TO FOOD AND DRUGS -- THE RHODE ISLAND HEMP THC-INFUSED BEVERAGES ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 984 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on April 16, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO FOOD AND DRUGS -- THE RHODE ISLAND HEMP THC-INFUSED BEVERAGES ACT. Primary sponsor: Brian Thompson (Democratic), Todd Patalano (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic), Walter Felag (Democratic), Frank Ciccone (Democratic), Andrew Dimitri (Democratic), Mark McKenney (Democratic), Bob Britto (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 17, 2025): 06/17/2025 Proposed Substitute.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Authorizes the sale of THC-infused beverages to be regulated by the DBR division of commercial licensing. It also establishes licensing and an endorsement process for wholesale and retail THC-infused beverages.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 8
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Thompson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
| Todd Patalano | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 26 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Walter Felag | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 10 |
| Frank Ciccone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 7 |
| Andrew Dimitri | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 25 |
| Mark McKenney | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 30 |
| Bob Britto | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 18 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 06/17/2025 Proposed Substitute
- 06/16/2025 Scheduled for consideration (06/18/2025)
- 05/20/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/16/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/20/2025)
- 04/16/2025 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary