Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7132: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- HOMICIDE
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7132 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 15, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- HOMICIDE. Primary sponsor: Carol McEntee (Democratic), Robert Craven (Democratic), Jennifer Stewart (Democratic), Karen Alzate (Democratic), June Speakman (Democratic), Rebecca Kislak (Democratic), Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (Democratic), Casimiro. Most recent recorded action (April 16, 2026): 04/16/2026 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.
Prohibits the imposition of a sentence of life without parole upon any person twenty-one (21) years of age or younger.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 7
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carol McEntee | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 33 |
| Robert Craven | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 32 |
| Jennifer Stewart | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 59 |
| Karen Alzate | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 60 |
| June Speakman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 68 |
| Rebecca Kislak | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 46 |
| Casimiro | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/16/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/10/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/16/2026)
- 01/15/2026 Introduced, referred to House Judiciary