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RI S2391

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/30/2026

Primary Sponsor

Todd Patalano

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Public auctions of real estate by cities or towns must be conducted in person at the time and place specified in the legal advertisement
  • Electronic or remote auction procedures are prohibited unless authorized by Rhode Island Superior Court order
  • Court authorization requires a hearing and a finding that an in-person auction is not feasible under the specific circumstances
  • Auctions must comply with existing Rhode Island statutes governing such sales, including chapter 9 of title 44
  • Takes effect upon passage

Legislative Description

Requires public auctions by any city or town of real estate or an interest therein to only be done in person and not by electronic or remote procedures unless authorized by court order.

Property

Last Action

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

3/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary1/30/2026

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