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RI S2925
RI S2925Provides that all contractual provisions in a firefighters collective bargaining agreement continue until a successor agreement has been reached or an interest arbitration award has been rendered.
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Introduced
03/04/2026
03/04/2026
In Committee
03/04/2026
03/04/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This act would provide that all contractual provisions in a firefighters collective bargaining agreement would continue until a successor agreement has been reached or an interest arbitration award has been rendered. This act would take effect upon passage.
AI Summary
This bill amends Rhode Island General Laws Section 28-9.1-17, which pertains to firefighters' arbitration, to ensure that all terms and conditions outlined in a firefighters' collective bargaining agreement remain in effect until a new agreement, known as a successor agreement, is finalized or until an interest arbitration award is issued. Interest arbitration is a process used to resolve disputes when parties cannot reach an agreement on new contract terms, and an award is the decision made by the arbitrator. The bill's intent is to prevent a lapse in contractual provisions that could negatively impact firefighters during negotiations for a new contract, and it will become law immediately upon being passed.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Senate Labor and Gaming Hearing (00:00:00 4/8/2026 ) (on 04/08/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://status.rilegislature.gov/ |
| BillText | https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText26/SenateText26/S2925.pdf |
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