S.2959

Tolls the statute of limitations for causes of action arising out of business activities conducted in this state by a person or entity required to register with the secretary of state but failing to do so, until such person or entity becomes registered.

Introduced·3/4/26
Introduced Text

Tolls the statute of limitations for causes of action against unregistered businesses until they register.

This bill modifies the statute of limitations for causes of action arising from business activities in Rhode Island by entities that are required to register with the secretary of state but have not done so. The statute of limitations will be tolled until the entity becomes registered or authorized to transact business in the state. The bill also provides a voluntary compliance incentive, starting the limitations period upon registration if done before written notice of a claim or enforcement inquiry.

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Where it stands

Current
Judiciary Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

D
1
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Senate Committee on Judiciary: Be held for further study

7 Yea

DDDDDDD

0 Nay

3 Absent

DRD

Calendar

Mar 31

12:00 AM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

History

Mar 31

Senate

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Mar 27

Senate

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/31/2026)

Mar 4

Senate

Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary