Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7350: AN ACT RELATING TO COMMERCIAL LAW--GENERAL REGULATORY PROVISIONS -- ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE COMPANION MODELS
Enacted Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7350 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 28, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO COMMERCIAL LAW--GENERAL REGULATORY PROVISIONS -- ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE COMPANION MODELS. Primary sponsor: Susan Donovan (Democratic), Megan Cotter (Democratic), Katie Kazarian (Democratic), Jackie Baginski (Democratic), Carol McEntee (Democratic), Evan Shanley (Democratic), June Speakman (Democratic), Mary Messier (Democratic), Lauren Carson (Democratic), Tina Spears (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 22, 2026): 06/22/2026 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 additional safety features for AI companion technology that include addressing suicidal ideation, potential physical harm or financial harm to others expressed by a user. It also requires notification the AI companion does not have human emotions.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Susan Donovan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 69 |
| Megan Cotter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 39 |
| Katie Kazarian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 63 |
| Jackie Baginski | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 17 |
| Carol McEntee | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 33 |
| Evan Shanley | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 24 |
| June Speakman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 68 |
| Mary Messier | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 62 |
| Lauren Carson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 75 |
| Tina Spears | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 36 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 06/22/2026 Signed by Governor
- 06/18/2026 Transmitted to Governor
- 06/10/2026 Senate passed Sub A as amended in concurrence
- 06/08/2026 Placed on the Senate Consent Calendar (06/10/2026)
- 06/08/2026 House passed Sub A as amended (floor amendment)
- 06/05/2026 Placed on House Calendar (06/08/2026)
- 06/04/2026 Committee recommends passage of Sub A
- 06/02/2026 Proposed Substitute
- 06/02/2026 Scheduled for consideration (06/04/2026)
- 04/08/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/03/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/08/2026)
- 01/28/2026 Introduced, referred to House Innovation, Internet, & Technology