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RI S2491

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/6/2026

Primary Sponsor

Matthew LaMountain

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Moves Rhode Island's presidential primary date from the fourth Tuesday in April to the first Tuesday in March, beginning in 2028
  • Applies to primary elections for delegates to national party conventions and presidential preference voting
  • Establishes the new March date as the permanent schedule, recurring every fourth year thereafter
  • Takes effect immediately upon passage

Legislative Description

Changes the date for the election of delegates to the conventions from the fourth Tuesday in April to the first Tuesday in March 2028.

Elections

Last Action

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

2/26/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/6/2026

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