Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 7979: AN ACT RELATING TO ELECTIONS -- MAIL BALLOTS

In committee Last action March 26, 2026: 03/26/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Plain-language summary

HB 7979 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO ELECTIONS -- MAIL BALLOTS. Primary sponsor: Jenni Furtado (Democratic), Jay Edwards (Democratic), Mary Messier (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 26, 2026): 03/26/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Jenni Furtado (Democratic); Jay Edwards (Democratic); Mary Messier (Democratic).