Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7252: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC FINANCE -- STATE INVESTMENT COMMISSION
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7252 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 FINANCE -- STATE INVESTMENT COMMISSION. Primary sponsor: Arthur Handy (Democratic), Brandon Potter (Democratic), Jennifer Boylan (Democratic), Karen Alzate (Democratic), Jennifer Stewart (Democratic), Teresa Tanzi (Democratic), Rebecca Kislak (Democratic), Grace Diaz (Democratic), Terri Cortvriend (Democratic), Michelle McGaw (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 29, 2026): 04/29/2026 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.
Requires the state investment commission to create a capital access initiative to expand potential investment opportunities for the state’s pension fund and engage qualified but traditionally underrepresented investment managers.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arthur Handy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 18 |
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Jennifer Boylan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 66 |
| Karen Alzate | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 60 |
| Jennifer Stewart | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 59 |
| Teresa Tanzi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 34 |
| Rebecca Kislak | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| Grace Diaz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 11 |
| Terri Cortvriend | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 72 |
| Michelle McGaw | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 71 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/29/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/24/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/29/2026)
- 01/21/2026 Introduced, referred to House Finance