Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7362: AN ACT RELATING TO LABOR AND LABOR RELATIONS -- HEALTH AND SAFE FAMILIES WORKPLACES ACT--WORKWEEK
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7362 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 28, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO LABOR AND LABOR RELATIONS -- HEALTH AND SAFE FAMILIES WORKPLACES ACT--WORKWEEK. Primary sponsor: Leo Felix (Democratic), David Morales (Democratic), Jose Batista (Democratic), June Speakman (Democratic), Matthew Dawson (Democratic), Kathleen Fogarty (Democratic), Karen Alzate (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 5, 2026): 02/05/2026 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.
Mandates the workweek be reduced to 32 hrs. Rate of pay for a 32 hr workweek remains the same as the rate of pay for 40 hrs. Work in excess of 32 hrs in any one workweek qualify for overtime pay. Does not apply to employers with less than 500 employees.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 7
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leo Felix | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 61 |
| David Morales | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 7 |
| Jose Batista | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 12 |
| June Speakman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 68 |
| Matthew Dawson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 65 |
| Kathleen Fogarty | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 35 |
| Karen Alzate | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 60 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 02/05/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 01/30/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (02/05/2026)
- 01/28/2026 Introduced, referred to House Labor