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RI S2918
Bill
Status
3/4/2026
Primary Sponsor
Brian Thompson
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AI Summary
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Expands eligibility for permitted games of chance (Bingo, Beano, raffles, lotteries, "twenty week clubs") to include nonprofit organizations in addition to charitable organizations
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Adds a new statutory definition of "nonprofit organization" to include churches, charities, clinics, hospitals, sports organizations, condominium associations, political organizations, labor organizations, museums, and research facilities
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Requires nonprofit organizations to register annually with the Rhode Island State Police and obtain a certificate of approval before conducting permitted games of chance
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Exempts nonprofit organizations from background check requirements by local law enforcement agencies
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Takes effect immediately upon passage
Legislative Description
Allows nonprofit organizations to participate in permitted games of chance upon registering with the state police on an annual basis. The nonprofit would be exempt from any required background checks by local law enforcement.
Criminal Offenses
Last Action
Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/18/2026)
3/9/2026