Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7308: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- PARKING FACILITIES AND PRIVILEGES
Enacted Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7308 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 23, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- PARKING FACILITIES AND PRIVILEGES. Primary sponsor: Tina Spears (Democratic), Susan Donovan (Democratic), Megan Cotter (Democratic), Marie Hopkins (Republican), Casimiro, Tom Noret (Democratic), Brandon Potter (Democratic), Earl Read (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 19, 2026): 06/19/2026 Signed by Governor.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Creates a new registration plate for qualified individuals to possess an "adaptive vehicle license plate" to accommodate the transportation needs of an individual with a significant mobility impairment.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tina Spears | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 36 |
| Susan Donovan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 69 |
| Megan Cotter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 39 |
| Marie Hopkins | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 21 |
| Casimiro | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Tom Noret | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 25 |
| 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
- 06/19/2026 Signed by Governor
- 06/16/2026 Transmitted to Governor
- 06/10/2026 Senate passed Sub A in concurrence
- 06/08/2026 Placed on the Senate Consent Calendar (06/10/2026)
- 06/08/2026 House passed Sub A
- 06/05/2026 Placed on House Calendar (06/08/2026)
- 06/04/2026 Committee recommends passage of Sub A
- 05/29/2026 Proposed Substitute
- 05/29/2026 Scheduled for consideration (06/04/2026)
- 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 State Government & Elections