Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7224: AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- AWARD OF MUNICIPAL CONTRACTS
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- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7224 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 21, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- AWARD OF MUNICIPAL CONTRACTS. Primary sponsor: Casimiro, Kathleen Fogarty (Democratic), Lauren Carson (Democratic), Doc Corvese (Democratic), Rebecca Kislak (Democratic), David Bennett (Democratic), Jay Edwards (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 9, 2026): 06/09/2026 Referred to Senate Finance.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Increases the maximum municipal small purchase limits from $10,000 to $25,000 for construction projects and from $5,000 to $10,000 for all other municipal purchases.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casimiro | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Kathleen Fogarty | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 35 |
| Lauren Carson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 75 |
| Doc Corvese | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 55 |
| Rebecca Kislak | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| David Bennett | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 20 |
| Jay Edwards | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 70 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 06/09/2026 Referred to Senate Finance
- 06/03/2026 House read and passed
- 05/29/2026 Placed on House Calendar (06/03/2026)
- 05/26/2026 Committee recommends passage
- 05/22/2026 Scheduled for consideration (05/26/2026)
- 02/03/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 01/30/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (02/03/2026)
- 01/21/2026 Introduced, referred to House Municipal Government & Housing