Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7200: AN ACT RELATING TO COURTS AND CIVIL PROCEDURE -- PROCEDURE GENERALLY -- CAUSES OF ACTION
Enacted Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7200 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 21, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO COURTS AND CIVIL PROCEDURE -- PROCEDURE GENERALLY -- CAUSES OF ACTION. Primary sponsor: Jason Knight (Democratic), Deb Fellela (Democratic), Pat Serpa (Democratic), Terri Cortvriend (Democratic), Leo Felix (Democratic), Tina Spears (Democratic), Casimiro, Justine Caldwell (Democratic), Joe Shekarchi (Democratic), Carol McEntee (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 11, 2026): 06/11/2026 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.
Amends what is considered sexual abuse for purposes of limitations on actions based on sexual abuse or exploitation of a child and would amend the provisions for when a cause of action may be brought.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jason Knight | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 67 |
| Deb Fellela | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 43 |
| Pat Serpa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 27 |
| Terri Cortvriend | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 72 |
| Leo Felix | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 61 |
| Tina Spears | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 36 |
| Casimiro | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Justine Caldwell | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 30 |
| Joe Shekarchi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 23 |
| Carol McEntee | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 33 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 06/11/2026 Signed by Governor
- 06/08/2026 Transmitted to Governor
- 06/08/2026 House passed Sub A in concurrence
- 06/04/2026 Placed on House Calendar (06/08/2026)
- 06/03/2026 Senate passed Sub A
- 06/03/2026 Placed on Senate Calendar (06/03/2026)
- 06/03/2026 Committee recommends passage of Sub A
- 06/01/2026 Proposed Substitute
- 06/01/2026 Scheduled for consideration (06/03/2026)
- 04/14/2026 Referred to Senate Judiciary
- 04/07/2026 House read and passed
- 04/03/2026 Placed on House Calendar (04/07/2026)
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