Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7215: AN ACT RELATING TO COURTS AND CIVIL PROCEDURE -- PROCEDURE GENERALLY -- GOVERNMENTAL TORT LIABILITY
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7215 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 -- GOVERNMENTAL TORT LIABILITY. Primary sponsor: Rebecca Kislak (Democratic), Kathleen Fogarty (Democratic), Raymond Hull (Democratic), Teresa Tanzi (Democratic), Karen Alzate (Democratic), Bob Quattrocchi (Republican), David Morales (Democratic), David Place (Republican), Katie Kazarian (Democratic), Leo Felix (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.
Caps damages at $100,000 in tort actions against Rhode Island, cities, towns, or fire districts, except for willful misconduct or extreme recklessness. It also exempts them from § 9-21-10.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 8 · Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rebecca Kislak | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| Kathleen Fogarty | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 35 |
| Raymond Hull | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 6 |
| Teresa Tanzi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 34 |
| Karen Alzate | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 60 |
| Bob Quattrocchi | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 41 |
| David Morales | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 7 |
| David Place | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 47 |
| Katie Kazarian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 63 |
| 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
- 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