Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 7159: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES -- ORGAN-DONATION LEAVE ACT

In committee Last action April 8, 2026: 04/08/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Plain-language summary

HB 7159 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 16, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES -- ORGAN-DONATION LEAVE ACT. Primary sponsor: Stephen Casey (Democratic), Scott Slater (Democratic), Joseph Solomon (Democratic), Grace Diaz (Democratic), Casimiro, Rebecca Kislak (Democratic), Carol McEntee (Democratic), Mia Ackerman (Democratic), Susan Donovan (Democratic), Jay Edwards (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 8, 2026): 04/08/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Stephen Casey (Democratic); Scott Slater (Democratic); Joseph Solomon (Democratic); Grace Diaz (Democratic); and 6 more.