Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 8079: AN ACT RELATING TO COURTS AND CIVIL PROCEDURE--PROCEDURE GENERALLY -- JURY LISTS

In committee Last action April 9, 2026: 04/09/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Plain-language summary

HB 8079 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO COURTS AND CIVIL PROCEDURE--PROCEDURE GENERALLY -- JURY LISTS. Primary sponsor: Leo Felix (Democratic), Carol McEntee (Democratic), Jose Batista (Democratic), Cherie Cruz (Democratic), Karen Alzate (Democratic), Brandon Potter (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 9, 2026): 04/09/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Leo Felix (Democratic); Carol McEntee (Democratic); Jose Batista (Democratic); Cherie Cruz (Democratic); and 2 more.