Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 7157: AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- RELIEF OF INJURED AND DECEASED FIRE FIGHTERS AND POLICE OFFICERS

In committee Last action April 29, 2026: 04/29/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Plain-language summary

HB 7157 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 16, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- RELIEF OF INJURED AND DECEASED FIRE FIGHTERS AND POLICE OFFICERS. Primary sponsor: David Bennett (Democratic), Jackie Baginski (Democratic), Casimiro, Stephen Casey (Democratic), Joseph Solomon (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 29, 2026): 04/29/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: David Bennett (Democratic); Jackie Baginski (Democratic); Casimiro; Stephen Casey (Democratic); and 1 more.