Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 6423: AN ACT RELATING TO ELECTIONS -- REGISTRATION OF VOTERS
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- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 6423 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on June 17, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO ELECTIONS -- REGISTRATION OF VOTERS. Primary sponsor: Jenni Furtado (Democratic), Mary Messier (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 17, 2025): 06/17/2025 Introduced, referred to House State Government & Elections.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Increases the role of the DMV in the voter registration and address verification process, by establishing very specific obligations and responsibilities that must be followed before offering an individual an application to register to vote.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jenni Furtado | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 64 |
| Mary Messier | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 62 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 06/17/2025 Introduced, referred to House State Government & Elections