S2680Introduced in the Senate
Prohibits RIPTA from using state funds or the proceeds of any bond(s) to pay for any work performed after 8/1/26, pursuant to the “transit center joint development project” RFP and/or pursuant to related the preliminary services agreement.
Introduced by Samuel Bell, District 5
What does this bill do?
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Official description
PUBLIC UTILITIES AND CARRIERS -- RHODE ISLAND PUBLIC TRANSIT AUTHORITY - Prohibits RIPTA from using state funds or the proceeds of any bond(s) to pay for any work performed after 8/1/26, pursuant to the “transit center joint development project” RFP and/or pursuant to related the preliminary services agreement.
Where it stands
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
May 21, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
SenateStage: Senate Committee on Finance: Be held for further study · May 21, 2026
7
Yes
0
No
4
Absent or Not Voting
11 senators recorded in this Senate vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
See how each senator voted
| Senator | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Samuel Zurier | 3 | Yes |
| Frank Ciccone | 7 | Absent |
| Walter Felag | 10 | Yes |
| Louis Dipalma | 12 | Yes |
| Jonathon Acosta | 16 | Absent |
| Brian Thompson | 20 | Absent |
| Jessica de la Cruz | 23 | Yes |
| Lammis Vargas | 28 | Yes |
| Elaine Morgan | 34 | Absent |
| Alana DiMario | 36 | Yes |
Bill history
Introduced, referred to Senate Finance
Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration
Meeting postponed (04/02/2026)
Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/21/2026)
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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