Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7073: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- PROHIBITED RELEASE OF BALLOONS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 7073 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 -- PROHIBITED RELEASE OF BALLOONS. Primary sponsor: Casimiro, Rebecca Kislak (Democratic), Jenni Furtado (Democratic), Brandon Potter (Democratic), Teresa Tanzi (Democratic), June Speakman (Democratic), Jennifer Boylan (Democratic), Lauren Carson (Democratic), Kathleen Fogarty (Democratic), Susan Donovan (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 16, 2026): 01/16/2026 Withdrawn at sponsor's request.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Authorizes the DEM, in conjunction with state and local law enforcement, to enforce the prohibition on the intentional simultaneous release of ten or more balloons.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casimiro | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Rebecca Kislak | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| Jenni Furtado | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 64 |
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Teresa Tanzi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 34 |
| June Speakman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 68 |
| Jennifer Boylan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 66 |
| Lauren Carson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 75 |
| Kathleen Fogarty | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 35 |
| Susan Donovan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 69 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 01/16/2026 Withdrawn at sponsor's request
- 01/14/2026 Introduced, referred to House Environment and Natural Resources