Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7050: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- PARKING FACILITIES AND PRIVILEGES
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Plain-language summary
HB 7050 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 9, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- PARKING FACILITIES AND PRIVILEGES. Primary sponsor: Marie Hopkins (Republican), Mike Chippendale (Republican), David Morales (Democratic), Casimiro, David Bennett (Democratic), Earl Read (Democratic), Tina Spears (Democratic), Tom Noret (Democratic), Evan Shanley (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 27, 2026): 03/27/2026 Referred to Senate Special Legislation and Veterans Affairs.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Updates disability parking space signage and enables municipalities to participate in the parking mobility app program where individuals submit photos on the app of vehicles parked in spaces designated for individuals with disabilities.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6 · Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marie Hopkins | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 21 |
| Mike Chippendale | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 40 |
| David Morales | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 7 |
| Casimiro | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| David Bennett | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 20 |
| Earl Read | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 26 |
| Tina Spears | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 36 |
| Tom Noret | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 25 |
| Evan Shanley | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 24 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/27/2026 Referred to Senate Special Legislation and Veterans Affairs
- 03/26/2026 House read and passed
- 03/20/2026 Placed on House Calendar (03/26/2026)
- 03/19/2026 Committee recommends passage
- 03/13/2026 Scheduled for consideration (03/19/2026)
- 01/27/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 01/23/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (01/27/2026)
- 01/09/2026 Introduced, referred to House State Government & Elections