Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7056: AN ACT RELATING TO PARKS AND RECREATIONAL AREAS -- GENERAL PROVISIONS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7056 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 9, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO PARKS AND RECREATIONAL AREAS -- GENERAL PROVISIONS. Primary sponsor: Anthony DeSimone (Democratic), Earl Read (Democratic), Justine Caldwell (Democratic), Evan Shanley (Democratic), Katie Kazarian (Democratic), Jennifer Boylan (Democratic), Matthew Dawson (Democratic), Michelle McGaw (Democratic), Megan Cotter (Democratic), Tina Spears (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 14, 2026): 04/14/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Adds to those persons exempt from payment of parking fees at any recreational facility owned and operated by the state those individuals determined by the executive office of HHS, or its designee, to be disabled for purposes of Medicaid eligibility.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony DeSimone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 5 |
| Earl Read | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 26 |
| Justine Caldwell | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 30 |
| Evan Shanley | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 24 |
| Katie Kazarian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 63 |
| Jennifer Boylan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 66 |
| Matthew Dawson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 65 |
| Michelle McGaw | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 71 |
| Megan Cotter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 39 |
| Tina Spears | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 36 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/14/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/10/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/14/2026)
- 01/09/2026 Introduced, referred to House Finance