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RI S2470

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/10/2026

Primary Sponsor

Pamela Lauria

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Barrington town council would be authorized to set an annual dog licensing fee of up to $7.00 per dog by ordinance
  • The default statewide dog licensing fee under Rhode Island law is $5.00 annually
  • Barrington would join 14 other Rhode Island municipalities that have specific authority to set their own dog licensing fees above the state default
  • The act would take effect immediately upon passage

Legislative Description

Permits the town of Barrington to assess an annual dog licensing fee of seven dollars ($7.00).

Animals And Animal Husbandry

Last Action

Referred to House Municipal Government & Housing

3/11/2026

Committee Referrals

Municipal Government & Housing3/11/2026
Housing and Municipal Government2/6/2026

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