Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7378: AN ACT RELATING TO ELECTIONS -- LOCAL CANVASSING AUTHORITIES
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Plain-language summary
HB 7378 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 28, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO ELECTIONS -- LOCAL CANVASSING AUTHORITIES. Primary sponsor: Chris Paplauskas (Republican), Jackie Baginski (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 1, 2026): 05/01/2026 Referred to Senate Judiciary.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Changes how voter are notified of elections and vote registration deadlines, and local board questions.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Paplauskas | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 15 |
| Jackie Baginski | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 17 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/01/2026 Referred to Senate Judiciary
- 04/30/2026 House read and passed
- 04/24/2026 Placed on House Calendar (04/30/2026)
- 03/31/2026 Committee recommends passage
- 03/27/2026 Scheduled for consideration (03/31/2026)
- 03/10/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/06/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/10/2026)
- 01/28/2026 Introduced, referred to House State Government & Elections