Rhode Island 2025 Regular Session

Rhode Island House Bill H5592

Introduced

2/26/25

Refer

2/26/25

Caption

JOINT RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY AND EVALUATE THE POTENTIAL NECESSITY FOR CHANGES IN THE GENERAL LAWS PERTAINING TO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES AND RECREATIONAL CANNABIS (Creates a 13 member commission to evaluate and determine changes needed in Title 3 and Chapter 28.11 of Title 21 of the RIGL, and would report back by January 7, 2026, and would expire on March 7, 2026.)

Impact

The commission created by H5592 will consist of thirteen members, including both legislative representatives and stakeholders from within the alcohol and cannabis industries. This diverse composition aims to ensure that any proposed amendments to the regulatory laws reflect a broad spectrum of interests. The commission is tasked with delivering its findings back to the General Assembly by January 7, 2026, allowing the Rhode Island legislature to consider potential reforms based on the commission's recommendations. This initiative underscores a proactive approach to adapting state laws in line with current market conditions and safety concerns.

Summary

House Bill 5592 proposes the establishment of a special legislative commission tasked with evaluating the current laws associated with alcoholic beverages and recreational cannabis within the Rhode Island General Laws. The proposal recognizes the existing regulatory frameworks under Title 3 for alcoholic beverages and Chapter 28.11 of Title 21 concerning recreational cannabis. Through this initiative, the bill seeks to address concerns for safety, authenticity, and labor protections which have consistently been raised by stakeholders in recent legislative discussions.

Contention

While the legislation encourages a collaborative evaluation of existing laws, it may face scrutiny regarding the extent of changes proposed. Critics could argue that any significant modifications might disrupt established practices within both the alcoholic and cannabis sectors if stakeholders feel that their voices are not adequately represented or if changes don't align with their operational realities. Furthermore, the bill could ignite discussions about the implications for local control versus state oversight within these industries, particularly if the commission proposes more stringent or centralized regulations.

Latest RI H5592 Activity

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Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

RI S2523

JOINT RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL JOINT LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY STUDENT TRANSPORTATION NEEDS AND SYSTEM COSTS (Creates a 13-member joint commission to study the transportation needs of students and recommend what changes are necessary, and who would report back to the General Assembly by April 16, 2025, and expire on May 27, 2025.)

RI H7615

RI H6422

House Resolution Creating A Legislative Study Commission To Evaluate And Provide Recommendations On Mandated Safety Protocols For Rhode Island Schools (creates A 21 Member Commission To Evaluate And Provide Recommendations On Mandated Safety Protocols For Ri Schools, And Who Would Report Back To The House By February 28, 2024, And Expire On April 30, 2024.)

RI S3146

SENATE RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY RENEWABLE ENERGY PROGRAMS (This resolution would create an eight (8) member special legislative study commission whose purpose it would be to study renewable energy programs, and who would report back to the Senate by February 14, 2025, and would expire on June 30, 2025.)

RI H6342

House Resolution Creating A Legislative Study Commission To Evaluate And Provide Recommendations On Proper Forest Management For Fire Prevention (creates A 12 Member Commission To Evaluate And Provide Recommendations On Proper Forest Management For Fire Prevention, And Who Would Report Back To The House By February 28, 2024, And Expire On April 30, 2024.)

RI H5502

Joint Resolution Creating A Special Joint Legislative Commission To Study And Provide Recommendations To Protect Our Environment And Natural Resources From Plastic Bottle Waste (creates A 16 Member Joint Commission To Study And Provide Recommendations To Protect Our Environment From Plastic Bottle Waste, And Who Would Report Back To The General Assembly By February 28, 2024, And Expire On June 30, 2024.)

RI S2124

SENATE RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY AND REVIEW RHODE ISLAND'S MINIMUM WAGE (Creates an eleven (11) member special legislative study commission whose purpose it would be to study Rhode Island's minimum wage, and who reports back to the Senate no later than May 4, 2025, and whose life expires on January 4, 2026.)

RI H7156

JOINT RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO WRITE AN OLMSTEAD PLAN FOR RHODE ISLAND (This resolution creates a 28 member special legislative commission whose purpose is to write an Olmstead Plan for Rhode Island, and reports back to the General Assembly on or before January 3, 2025, and expires on July 1, 2025.)

RI S0142

Senate Resolution Creating A Special Legislative Commission To Study And Review Rhode Island's Minimum Wage (creates An Eleven (11) Member Special Legislative Study Commission Whose Purpose It Would Be To Study Rhode Island's Minimum Wage, And Who Reports Back To The Senate No Later Than May 4, 2024, And Whose Life Expires On January 4, 2025.)

RI H7731

HOUSE RESOLUTION CREATING A LEGISLATIVE STUDY COMMISSION ON CLIMATE CHANGE IMPACTS AND SOLUTIONS (Creates a 17 member commission to study the issues confronting the State due to climate change, and who would report back to the House by May 14, 2025, and expire on June 18, 2025.)

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