Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 8173: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- LEAD POISONING PREVENTION ACT

In committee Last action May 12, 2026: 05/12/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Plain-language summary

HB 8173 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- LEAD POISONING PREVENTION ACT. Primary sponsor: Megan Cotter (Democratic), Teresa Tanzi (Democratic), Brandon Potter (Democratic), Cherie Cruz (Democratic), Joshua Giraldo (Democratic), Enrique Sanchez (Democratic), David Morales (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 12, 2026): 05/12/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Megan Cotter (Democratic); Teresa Tanzi (Democratic); Brandon Potter (Democratic); Cherie Cruz (Democratic); and 3 more.