Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7478: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- HOMEOWNER CASUALTY INSURANCE BILL OF RIGHTS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 7478 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 4, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- HOMEOWNER CASUALTY INSURANCE BILL OF RIGHTS. Primary sponsor: Paul Santucci (Republican), Deb Fellela (Democratic), Kathleen Fogarty (Democratic), Scott Slater (Democratic), Nathan Biah (Democratic), John Lombardi (Democratic), Sam Azzinaro (Democratic), Raymond Hull (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 2, 2026): 04/02/2026 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 a homeowner casualty bill of rights.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 7 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paul Santucci | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 53 |
| Deb Fellela | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 43 |
| Kathleen Fogarty | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 35 |
| Scott Slater | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 10 |
| Nathan Biah | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 3 |
| John Lombardi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 8 |
| Sam Azzinaro | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 37 |
| Raymond Hull | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 6 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/02/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/27/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/02/2026)
- 02/04/2026 Introduced, referred to House Corporations