Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7232: AN ACT RELATING TO ELECTIONS -- RHODE ISLAND FUSION VOTING ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7232 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 -- RHODE ISLAND FUSION VOTING ACT. Primary sponsor: Cherie Cruz (Democratic), Teresa Tanzi (Democratic), Edith Ajello (Democratic), David Bennett (Democratic), Jennifer Stewart (Democratic), Karen Alzate (Democratic), Joshua Giraldo (Democratic), Brandon Potter (Democratic), Rebecca Kislak (Democratic), Jay Edwards (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 26, 2026): 03/26/2026 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.
Establishes fusion voting in Rhode Island, allowing candidates to appear on ballots as nominees of multiple political parties, for the same office.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cherie Cruz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 58 |
| Teresa Tanzi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 34 |
| Edith Ajello | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 1 |
| David Bennett | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 20 |
| Jennifer Stewart | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 59 |
| Karen Alzate | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 60 |
| Joshua Giraldo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 56 |
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Rebecca Kislak | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| 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
- 03/26/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/20/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/26/2026)
- 01/21/2026 Introduced, referred to House State Government & Elections