Rhode Island 2026 Session Status: In Committee 4 D cosponsors

SR 2558 — JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $200,000 TO THE RHODE ISLAND BLACK BUSINESS ASSOCIATION

Last action — 05/12/2026 Committee heard

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    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed Senate
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    Passed House
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill is in committee in the Senate. Introduced February 13, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee vote, then a floor vote in the Senate.

Prognosis

Stalled 22% · moderate confidence

Where this bill stands today.

Odds of enactment

Low

How often bills like it became law.

  • In Committee

    Current position in the legislative process.

  • 4 sponsors

    4 primary, 0 co-sponsors signed on.

  • Single-party support

    Sponsorship is currently within one party (4 D).

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In plain language

This bill appropriates $200,000 to the Rhode Island Black Business Association.

The bill calls for allocating $200,000 to support the Rhode Island Black Business Association's initiatives for minority businesses. This funding aims to assist entrepreneurs and businesses statewide.

What this means for you
  • Small Business: This means potential funding and resources for small businesses in Rhode Island through the association's programs.

Summary

Authorizes the appropriation of the sum of $200,000 to the Rhode Island Black Business Association.

Bill Text

Action History

  1. 05/12/2026 Committee heard

  2. 05/08/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/12/2026)

  3. 02/13/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Finance

Sponsors

Sponsorship breakdown

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4 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 110 not signed on

Sponsors (4)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (110)

110 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

What does SR 2558 do?
Authorizes the appropriation of the sum of $200,000 to the Rhode Island Black Business Association.
Who sponsors SR 2558?
SR 2558 is sponsored by Louis P. DiPalma (Democratic), Jonathon Acosta (Democratic), Tiara T. Mack (Democratic), and Jacob E. Bissaillon (Democratic).
What is the current status of SR 2558?
This bill is in committee in the Senate. Introduced February 13, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
Where can I track SR 2558?
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