S.2921

Changes the definition of employee to include individuals employed in the domestic service of any person.

Chamber Passed·5/28/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island S2921 expands the definition of employee to include those in domestic service.

Rhode Island S2921 amends the definition of employee to include individuals employed in the domestic service of any person. This change ensures that domestic workers are treated the same for all employment-related purposes, including benefits and protections under fringe benefit programs. The bill takes effect upon passage.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · 36–0 · May 28
Current
The House
Next
House floor vote

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Passage

36 Yea

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0 Nay

2 Not Voting

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Calendar

May 26

12:00 AM

Senate Labor and Gaming Consideration

Apr 15

12:00 AM

Senate Labor and Gaming Hearing

History

May 28

Senate

Senate read and passed

May 26

Senate

Committee recommends passage

May 26

Senate

Placed on Senate Calendar (05/28/2026)