Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7194: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- DOMESTIC VIOLENCE PREVENTION ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 7194 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 21, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- DOMESTIC VIOLENCE PREVENTION ACT. Primary sponsor: Scott Slater (Democratic), Doc Corvese (Democratic), Sam Azzinaro (Democratic), Brian Kennedy (Democratic), Greg Costantino (Democratic), Deb Fellela (Democratic), Pat Serpa (Democratic), Carol McEntee (Democratic), Matthew Dawson (Democratic), Bill O'Brien (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 5, 2026): 02/05/2026 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.
Includes animal cruelty offenses to the domestic violence crimes committed by a family or household members against another.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scott Slater | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 10 |
| Doc Corvese | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 55 |
| Sam Azzinaro | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 37 |
| Brian Kennedy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 38 |
| Greg Costantino | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 44 |
| Deb Fellela | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 43 |
| Pat Serpa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 27 |
| Carol McEntee | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 33 |
| Matthew Dawson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 65 |
| Bill O'Brien | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 54 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 02/05/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 01/30/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (02/05/2026)
- 01/21/2026 Introduced, referred to House Judiciary