Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7203: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- BAIL AND RECOGNIZANCE
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 7203 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 -- BAIL AND RECOGNIZANCE. Primary sponsor: John Lombardi (Democratic), Karen Alzate (Democratic), Brandon Potter (Democratic), David Morales (Democratic), Edith Ajello (Democratic), Cherie Cruz (Democratic), Robert Craven (Democratic), Carol McEntee (Democratic), Leo Felix (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 2, 2026): 04/02/2026 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 courts from setting cash or surety bail on any misdemeanor offense but permits the court to set reasonable non-monetary conditions of bail to assure the defendant's presence in court as required and to protect the community.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Lombardi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 8 |
| Karen Alzate | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 60 |
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| David Morales | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 7 |
| Edith Ajello | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 1 |
| Cherie Cruz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 58 |
| Robert Craven | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 32 |
| Carol McEntee | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 33 |
| Leo Felix | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 61 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/02/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/27/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/02/2026)
- 01/21/2026 Introduced, referred to House Judiciary