WeVote
Log In

Bill

Bill

SB 852

AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Frank Ciccone and 7 co-sponsors

SB 852 proposes modifications to Rhode Island's administrative procedures, but specific provisions remain under committee review pending further study.

04/08/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
0
WeVote Research Nonpartisan
Bill Summary · SB 852

Legislative bill overview

SB 852 is a Rhode Island bill relating to state affairs and government administrative procedures. The bill was introduced in March 2025 and referred to the Senate Judiciary Committee. As of April 2025, the committee recommended the measure be held for further study rather than advanced.

Why is this important

Administrative procedure legislation affects how state agencies make rules, conduct hearings, and interact with the public. Changes to these processes can impact everything from environmental regulations to occupational licensing to social services delivery. The bill's specific provisions would determine the transparency, efficiency, and fairness of state government operations.

Potential points of contention

  • The bill's specific text and proposed amendments are not publicly detailed in available records, making it difficult to identify which administrative procedures would be modified
  • Committee's recommendation to hold for further study suggests internal disagreement or concerns about the bill's current language or scope
  • Without access to the bill's actual language, stakeholders including businesses, advocacy groups, and agency administrators may have competing interests in how procedures are reformed

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

Sign in to ask a question.