Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 8077: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- AUTOMATED LICENSE PLATE READERS

In committee Last action March 24, 2026: 03/24/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Plain-language summary

HB 8077 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- AUTOMATED LICENSE PLATE READERS. Primary sponsor: Arthur Handy (Democratic), Michelle McGaw (Democratic), Tina Spears (Democratic), June Speakman (Democratic), Terri Cortvriend (Democratic), Jennifer Stewart (Democratic), Stephen Casey (Democratic), Jenni Furtado (Democratic), Jennifer Boylan (Democratic), Matthew Dawson (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 24, 2026): 03/24/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Arthur Handy (Democratic); Michelle McGaw (Democratic); Tina Spears (Democratic); June Speakman (Democratic); and 6 more.