Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7086: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- STATE EMBLEMS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7086 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 14, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- STATE EMBLEMS. Primary sponsor: Earl Read (Democratic), Jennifer Boylan (Democratic), June Speakman (Democratic), Sam Azzinaro (Democratic), Joseph McNamara (Democratic), Deb Fellela (Democratic), Susan Donovan (Democratic), Terri Cortvriend (Democratic), Kathleen Fogarty (Democratic), David Bennett (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.
Designates as the state music, the genre of rhythm and blues which contain elements of pop, soul, funk, hip-hop, and electronic music.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earl Read | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 26 |
| Jennifer Boylan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 66 |
| June Speakman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 68 |
| Sam Azzinaro | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 37 |
| Joseph McNamara | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 19 |
| Deb Fellela | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 43 |
| Susan Donovan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 69 |
| Terri Cortvriend | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 72 |
| Kathleen Fogarty | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 35 |
| David Bennett | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 20 |
“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 Special Legislation