Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7217: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES -- MERIT SYSTEM-CLASSIFICATION PLAN
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7217 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 21, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES -- MERIT SYSTEM-CLASSIFICATION PLAN. Primary sponsor: Teresa Tanzi (Democratic), Brandon Potter (Democratic), Joseph Solomon (Democratic), Casimiro, Lauren Carson (Democratic), Tina Spears (Democratic), Jennifer Stewart (Democratic), Jennifer Boylan (Democratic), Paul Santucci (Republican), Megan Cotter (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 5, 2026): 02/05/2026 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.
Require that the classification guide to desk audit analysis and class specification development be amended so that the lack of supervision of other employees not prevent an employee from receiving a classification upgrade
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 8 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teresa Tanzi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 34 |
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Joseph Solomon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 22 |
| Casimiro | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Lauren Carson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 75 |
| Tina Spears | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 36 |
| Jennifer Stewart | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 59 |
| Jennifer Boylan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 66 |
| Paul Santucci | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 53 |
| Megan Cotter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 39 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 02/05/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 01/30/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (02/05/2026)
- 01/21/2026 Introduced, referred to House Labor