Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 8265: AN ACT RELATING TO FOOD AND DRUGS -- THE RHODE ISLAND CANNABIS ACT

In committee Last action May 16, 2026: 05/16/2026 Withdrawn at sponsor's request (05/21/2026)

Plain-language summary

HB 8265 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on March 11, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO FOOD AND DRUGS -- THE RHODE ISLAND CANNABIS ACT. Primary sponsor: Katie Kazarian (Democratic), Cherie Cruz (Democratic), Jennifer Stewart (Democratic), Rebecca Kislak (Democratic), Enrique Sanchez (Democratic), Jose Batista (Democratic), Karen Alzate (Democratic), David Morales (Democratic), Brandon Potter (Democratic), Leo Felix (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 16, 2026): 05/16/2026 Withdrawn at sponsor's request (05/21/2026).

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Katie Kazarian (Democratic); Cherie Cruz (Democratic); Jennifer Stewart (Democratic); Rebecca Kislak (Democratic); and 6 more.