Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7266: AN ACT RELATING TO COMMERCIAL LAW -- GENERAL REGULATORY PROVISIONS -- SENIOR SAVINGS PROTECTION ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7266 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 23, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO COMMERCIAL LAW -- GENERAL REGULATORY PROVISIONS -- SENIOR SAVINGS PROTECTION ACT. Primary sponsor: Teresa Tanzi (Democratic), Earl Read (Democratic), Dick Fascia (Republican), George Nardone (Republican), Joseph Solomon (Democratic), Ramon Perez (Democratic), Evan Shanley (Democratic), Casimiro, Jon Brien (Independent), Marie Hopkins (Republican). Most recent recorded action (January 27, 2026): 01/27/2026 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 anyone engaged in the sale of goods or services, and who offers a discount to its customers’ for utilizing automatic payment systems, via ACH or EFT or similar payment systems, provide the same discount to any person who is sixty-five (65).
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 5 · Independent 1 · Republican 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teresa Tanzi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 34 |
| Earl Read | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 26 |
| Dick Fascia | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 42 |
| George Nardone | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 28 |
| Joseph Solomon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 22 |
| Ramon Perez | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 13 |
| Evan Shanley | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 24 |
| Casimiro | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Jon Brien | Primary sponsor | Independent | House | 49 |
| Marie Hopkins | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 21 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 01/27/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 01/23/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (01/27/2026)
- 01/23/2026 Introduced, referred to House Corporations