Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Resolution
SR 2198: SENATE RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY BLOCKCHAIN AND CRYPTOCURRENCY
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- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
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Plain-language summary
SR 2198 is a resolution introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on January 23, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: SENATE RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY BLOCKCHAIN AND CRYPTOCURRENCY. Primary sponsor: Sam Zurier (Democratic), Thomas Paolino (Republican), Lori Urso (Democratic), John Burke (Democratic), Victoria Gu (Democratic), Lou DiPalma (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 10, 2026): 06/10/2026 Senate passed Sub A.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Creates a ten member commission to recommend legislative proposals for blockchain and cryptocurrency, and submits an interim progress report by January 5, 2027, and a final report by January 5, 2028, and expires on February 5, 2028.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 5 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sam Zurier | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 3 |
| Thomas Paolino | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 17 |
| Lori Urso | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 8 |
| John Burke | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Victoria Gu | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 38 |
| Lou DiPalma | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 12 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 06/10/2026 Senate passed Sub A
- 06/04/2026 Placed on Senate Calendar (06/10/2026)
- 06/02/2026 Committee recommends passage of Sub A
- 06/01/2026 Proposed Substitute
- 05/29/2026 Scheduled for consideration (06/02/2026)
- 04/07/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/03/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/07/2026)
- 01/23/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Artificial Intelligence & Emerging Technol