Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7422: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- THE RHODE ISLAND CLEAN AIR PRESERVATION ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 7422 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 30, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- THE RHODE ISLAND CLEAN AIR PRESERVATION ACT. Primary sponsor: Bill O'Brien (Democratic), Robert Craven (Democratic), Casimiro, Mike Chippendale (Republican), Stephen Casey (Democratic), David Bennett (Democratic), Tom Noret (Democratic), Evan Shanley (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 26, 2026): 02/26/2026 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.
Creates "the Rhode Island clean air preservation act."
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bill O'Brien | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 54 |
| Robert Craven | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 32 |
| Casimiro | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Mike Chippendale | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 40 |
| Stephen Casey | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 50 |
| David Bennett | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 20 |
| Tom Noret | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 25 |
| Evan Shanley | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 24 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 02/26/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 02/19/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (02/26/2026)
- 01/30/2026 Introduced, referred to House Environment and Natural Resources