Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7493: AN ACT RELATING TO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES -- MANUFACTURING AND WHOLESALE LICENSES
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 7493 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 4, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES -- MANUFACTURING AND WHOLESALE LICENSES. Primary sponsor: Lauren Carson (Democratic), June Speakman (Democratic), Anthony DeSimone (Democratic), Michelle McGaw (Democratic), Megan Cotter (Democratic), Terri Cortvriend (Democratic), Brandon Voas (Democratic), Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (Democratic), Justine Caldwell (Democratic), Carol McEntee (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 25, 2026): 03/25/2026 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.
Allows a brewery to sell, deliver, and distribute its own malt beverages directly to retailers without using a wholesaler. The holder of a license for a brewery may also have 1 additional location for the retail sale of alcohol.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lauren Carson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 75 |
| June Speakman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 68 |
| Anthony DeSimone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 5 |
| Michelle McGaw | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 71 |
| Megan Cotter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 39 |
| Terri Cortvriend | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 72 |
| Brandon Voas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 57 |
| Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 46 |
| Justine Caldwell | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 30 |
| Carol McEntee | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 33 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/25/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/20/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/25/2026)
- 02/04/2026 Introduced, referred to House Small Business