Rhode IslandS30002026 Regular SessionSenateWALLET

AN ACT RELATING TO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES -- RETAIL LICENSES .

Sponsored By: Pamela J. Lauria (Democratic)

Signed by Governor

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

1 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.

Bars must offer drink lids and post notice

Bars and restaurants that serve alcohol for drinking there must give a removable lid if a customer asks. The lid must attach to the rim and fit at least one cup they use. They must post a prominent sign that says: Don't get roofied! Drink lids available here. Ask a staff member for details. They may charge a small extra fee for a lid, but it must be reasonable and based on wholesale cost. They can also offer lids for free. For a first, single violation, the department issues only a warning. The law takes effect upon passage.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

Pamela J. Lauria
Democratic • Senate

Cosponsors

Jonathon Acosta
Democratic • Senate
Alana M. DiMario
Democratic • Senate
Meghan E. Kallman
Democratic • Senate
Tiara T. Mack
Democratic • Senate
Melissa A. Murray
Democratic • Senate
David P. Tikoian
Democratic • Senate
Linda L. Ujifusa
Democratic • Senate
Bridget Valverde
Democratic • Senate
Lammis J. Vargas
Democratic • Senate

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 173 • No: 11

Senate vote • 6/11/2026

RELATING TO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES -- RETAIL LICENSES In Concurrence

Yes: 37 • No: 1

House vote • 6/11/2026

ALCOHOLIC -- RETAIL LICENSES PASSAGE

Yes: 62 • No: 10

Senate vote • 5/19/2026

RELATING TO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES -- RETAIL LICENSES Passage

Yes: 37 • No: 0