Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7206: AN ACT RELATING TO COURTS AND CIVIL PROCEDURE -- PROCEDURE GENERALLY -- CAUSES OF ACTION
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7206 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: Brandon Potter (Democratic), Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (Democratic), Earl Read (Democratic), Tina Spears (Democratic), Susan Donovan (Democratic), Joshua Giraldo (Democratic), Carol McEntee (Democratic), Robert Craven (Democratic), Casimiro. Most recent recorded action (March 12, 2026): 03/12/2026 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.
Grants an affirmative defense for certain privileged communications, including communications made by an individual, without malice, regarding an incident of sexual assault, harassment, or discrimination.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 8
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 46 |
| Earl Read | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 26 |
| Tina Spears | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 36 |
| Susan Donovan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 69 |
| Joshua Giraldo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 56 |
| Carol McEntee | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 33 |
| Robert Craven | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 32 |
| 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
- 03/12/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/06/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/12/2026)
- 01/21/2026 Introduced, referred to House Judiciary