Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7254: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES -- RETIREMENT SYSTEM -- MEMBERSHIP AND SERVICE CREDITS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 7254 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 -- RETIREMENT SYSTEM -- MEMBERSHIP AND SERVICE CREDITS. Primary sponsor: Raymond Hull (Democratic), Bill O'Brien (Democratic), David Bennett (Democratic), Doc Corvese (Democratic), Stephen Casey (Democratic), Dick Fascia (Republican), Sam Azzinaro (Democratic), Tom Noret (Democratic), Earl Read (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 12, 2026): 05/12/2026 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.
Allows members of the retirement system who served in the national guard or reserves and qualify as veterans, to purchase retirement service credits based on their years of service in the National guard or reserves.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 8 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raymond Hull | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 6 |
| Bill O'Brien | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 54 |
| David Bennett | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 20 |
| Doc Corvese | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 55 |
| Stephen Casey | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 50 |
| Dick Fascia | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 42 |
| Sam Azzinaro | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 37 |
| Tom Noret | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 25 |
| Earl Read | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 26 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/12/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/08/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/12/2026)
- 01/21/2026 Introduced, referred to House Finance