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Read. Follow. Verify.Rhode Island alters governance for Life Science Hub board and I-195 Redevelopment District Commission
Last action · June 23, 2026: Signed by GovernorSponsors: Jackie Baginski and 1 other
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What This Bill Does
Rhode Island restructures the board of directors for the and modifies the powers, duties, and commission composition of the .
Alters leadership oversight and administrative responsibilities for key state economic development and life sciences entities without altering tax rates.
Who It Affects
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Rhode Island Life Science Hub
The board of directors composition is formally amended by the legislation.
I-195 Redevelopment District Commission
The commission undergoes changes to its composition, powers, and statutory duties.
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Votes, people, money & the original sourceWhere This Stands
Current status: Signed into law.
Procedural history
12 actions- Jun 23, 2026EnrolledSigned by Governor
- Jun 18, 2026Transmitted to Governor
- Jun 11, 2026FloorSenate passed Sub A in concurrence
- Jun 11, 2026Placed on the Senate Consent Calendar (06/11/2026)
- Jun 10, 2026FloorHouse passed Sub A
- Jun 8, 2026Placed on House Calendar (06/10/2026)
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- Jun 8, 2026FloorCommittee recommends passage of Sub A
- Jun 7, 2026Proposed Substitute
- Jun 6, 2026Scheduled for consideration (06/08/2026)
- May 21, 2026Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- May 15, 2026Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/21/2026)
- May 6, 2026IntroducedIntroduced, referred to House Finance
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