Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7165: AN ACT RELATING TO SOLEMNIZATION OF MARRIAGES
Enacted Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7165 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 20, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO SOLEMNIZATION OF MARRIAGES. Primary sponsor: Joe Shekarchi (Democratic), Chris Blazejewski (Democratic), Mike Chippendale (Republican). Most recent recorded action (January 27, 2026): 01/27/2026 Signed by Governor.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Allows the Honorable Mayor Frank Picozzi to join Madeline Marie Hopkins and Cameron David Charron in Marriage on or about February 10, 2026, within the City of Warwick, Rhode Island.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joe Shekarchi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 23 |
| Chris Blazejewski | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 2 |
| Mike Chippendale | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 40 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 01/27/2026 Signed by Governor
- 01/22/2026 Transmitted to Governor
- 01/22/2026 Senate passed in concurrence
- 01/20/2026 House read and passed