Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7065: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- TRUTH IN FOOD DISCLOSURE LAW
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 7065 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 14, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- TRUTH IN FOOD DISCLOSURE LAW. Primary sponsor: Dick Fascia (Republican), Marie Hopkins (Republican), Mike Chippendale (Republican), Raymond Hull (Democratic), Leo Felix (Democratic), Enrique Sanchez (Democratic), Mia Ackerman (Democratic), Doc Corvese (Democratic), Deb Fellela (Democratic), Ramon Perez (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 20, 2026): 01/20/2026 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.
Requires 50% reduction in the amount of added sugars in all liquid beverages sold in Rhode Island on and after January 1, 2030.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 7 · Republican 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dick Fascia | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 42 |
| Marie Hopkins | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 21 |
| Mike Chippendale | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 40 |
| Raymond Hull | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 6 |
| Leo Felix | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 61 |
| Enrique Sanchez | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 9 |
| Mia Ackerman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 45 |
| Doc Corvese | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 55 |
| Deb Fellela | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 43 |
| Ramon Perez | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 13 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 01/20/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 01/16/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (01/20/2026)
- 01/14/2026 Introduced, referred to House Corporations