Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7231: AN ACT RELATING TO ELECTIONS -- LOCAL CANVASSING AUTHORITY
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7231 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 21, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO ELECTIONS -- LOCAL CANVASSING AUTHORITY. Primary sponsor: Casimiro, Kathleen Fogarty (Democratic), Lauren Carson (Democratic), Brian Kennedy (Democratic), Joseph Solomon (Democratic), Mia Ackerman (Democratic), David Bennett (Democratic), Jay Edwards (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.
Prohibits members of elected city/town political party committees as well as representative/senate district committees from serving on local canvassing authorities.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 7
| 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 |
| Brian Kennedy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 38 |
| Joseph Solomon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 22 |
| Mia Ackerman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 45 |
| 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
- 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 State Government & Elections