Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 8296: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- RAILROAD, STEAMBOAT, AND BRIDGE POLICE

In committee Last action March 31, 2026: 03/31/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Plain-language summary

HB 8296 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on March 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- RAILROAD, STEAMBOAT, AND BRIDGE POLICE. Primary sponsor: Brandon Voas (Democratic), Chris Paplauskas (Republican), Casimiro, Stephen Casey (Democratic), Tom Noret (Democratic), Earl Read (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 31, 2026): 03/31/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Brandon Voas (Democratic); Chris Paplauskas (Republican); Casimiro; Stephen Casey (Democratic); and 2 more.