Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 8116: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- THE BODY CAMERAS FOR CORRECTIONAL FACILITIES ACT

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

Plain-language summary

HB 8116 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- THE BODY CAMERAS FOR CORRECTIONAL FACILITIES ACT. Primary sponsor: Megan Cotter (Democratic), Teresa Tanzi (Democratic), Brandon Potter (Democratic), Jennifer Stewart (Democratic), Cherie Cruz (Democratic), Joshua Giraldo (Democratic), Enrique Sanchez (Democratic), David Morales (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 24, 2026): 03/24/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Megan Cotter (Democratic); Teresa Tanzi (Democratic); Brandon Potter (Democratic); Jennifer Stewart (Democratic); and 4 more.