Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 8217: AN ACT RELATING TO SPORTS, RACING, AND ATHLETICS -- DOG RACING IN BURRILLVILLE, LINCOLN, AND WEST GREENWICH

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

Plain-language summary

HB 8217 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO SPORTS, RACING, AND ATHLETICS -- DOG RACING IN BURRILLVILLE, LINCOLN, AND WEST GREENWICH. Primary sponsor: Bill O'Brien (Democratic), Brandon Potter (Democratic), Deb Fellela (Democratic), Pat Serpa (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 9, 2026): 04/09/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Bill O'Brien (Democratic); Brandon Potter (Democratic); Deb Fellela (Democratic); Pat Serpa (Democratic).