S2736Introduced in the Senate
Ensures that the State of Rhode Island adopt the protections afforded under the Occupational Safety and Health Act if its scope or enforcement capacity is diminished.
Introduced by John Burke, District 9
What does this bill do?
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Official description
LABOR AND LABOR RELATIONS -- DIVISION OF OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY - Ensures that the State of Rhode Island adopt the protections afforded under the Occupational Safety and Health Act if its scope or enforcement capacity is diminished.
Where it stands
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
March 25, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
SenateStage: Senate Committee on Labor & Gaming: Be held for further study · March 25, 2026
8
Yes
0
No
1
Absent or Not Voting
9 senators recorded in this Senate vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
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See how each senator voted
| Senator | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Ana Quezada | 2 | Yes |
| Stefano Famiglietti | 4 | Yes |
| John Burke | 9 | Yes |
| Ryan Pearson | 19 | Absent |
| Brian Thompson | 20 | Yes |
| Jessica de la Cruz | 23 | Yes |
| Andrew Dimitri | 25 | Yes |
| Todd Patalano | 26 | Yes |
| Lammis Vargas | 28 | Yes |
Bill history
Introduced, referred to Senate Labor and Gaming
Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/25/2026)
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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