Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7284: AN ACT RELATING TO PROBATE PRACTICE AND PROCEDURE -- UNIFORM REAL PROPERTY TRANSFER ON DEATH ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7284 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 23, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO PROBATE PRACTICE AND PROCEDURE -- UNIFORM REAL PROPERTY TRANSFER ON DEATH ACT. Primary sponsor: Robert Craven (Democratic), Susan Donovan (Democratic), Carol McEntee (Democratic), Megan Cotter (Democratic), Tom Noret (Democratic), Casimiro, Lauren Carson (Democratic), Doc Corvese (Democratic), Brandon Potter (Democratic), Earl Read (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.
Allows an owner or owners of real property to execute a deed that names one or more beneficiaries who will obtain title to the property at the owner's death without the necessity of probate.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robert Craven | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 32 |
| Susan Donovan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 69 |
| Carol McEntee | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 33 |
| Megan Cotter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 39 |
| Tom Noret | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 25 |
| Casimiro | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Lauren Carson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 75 |
| Doc Corvese | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 55 |
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| 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
- 03/26/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/20/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/26/2026)
- 01/25/2026 Committee postponed at request of sponsor (01/29/2026)
- 01/23/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration
- 01/23/2026 Introduced, referred to House Judiciary