Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7209: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- MOTOR VEHICLE OFFENSES
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7209 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 21, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- MOTOR VEHICLE OFFENSES. Primary sponsor: Dick Fascia (Republican), Sam Azzinaro (Democratic), Deb Fellela (Democratic), Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (Democratic), Paul Santucci (Republican), Bob Quattrocchi (Republican), Mike Chippendale (Republican), Mary Messier (Democratic), Doc Corvese (Democratic), Ramon Perez (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 29, 2026): 01/29/2026 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 division of motor vehicles from placing on a motorist's driving record, a traffic violation which fine has been paid no longer than thirty (30) days after its issuance. This procedure would only be utilized twice per year.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6 · Republican 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dick Fascia | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 42 |
| Sam Azzinaro | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 37 |
| Deb Fellela | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 43 |
| Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 46 |
| Paul Santucci | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 53 |
| Bob Quattrocchi | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 41 |
| Mike Chippendale | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 40 |
| Mary Messier | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 62 |
| Doc Corvese | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 55 |
| Ramon Perez | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 13 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 01/29/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 01/23/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (01/29/2026)
- 01/21/2026 Introduced, referred to House Judiciary