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RI S2683
Bill
Status
2/27/2026
Primary Sponsor
Susan Sosnowski
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AI Summary
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Exempts the University of Rhode Island Board of Trustees from state land acquisition and property management rules, except for property sales or leases exceeding 5 years
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Removes URI from state procurement requirements (Chapter 37-2) except for projects funded by state general obligation bonds, allowing the university to establish its own contracting rules with the Vice President of Administration and Finance serving as chief purchasing officer
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Exempts URI from full-time equivalent (FTE) position limitations, effective retroactively to July 1, 2025
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Expands permissible uses of the landscaping fund to include safety and security improvements in addition to landscaping and parking facilities
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Authorizes URI to establish its own internal audit functions and controls, with findings transmitted to the state office of internal audit and program integrity
Legislative Description
Enhances and further defines the role of the board of trustees of the University of Rhode Island. This act would also provide a more efficient procurement process for the university.
Education
Last Action
Introduced, referred to Senate Finance
2/27/2026