Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7495: AN ACT RELATING TO ELECTIONS -- RHODE ISLAND CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS AND EXPENDITURES REPORTING
Enacted Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7495 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 4, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO ELECTIONS -- RHODE ISLAND CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS AND EXPENDITURES REPORTING. Primary sponsor: Jenni Furtado (Democratic), Mary Messier (Democratic), Matthew Dawson (Democratic), Michelle McGaw (Democratic), Jennifer Stewart (Democratic), Edith Ajello (Democratic), Katie Kazarian (Democratic), Jackie Baginski (Democratic), Teresa Tanzi (Democratic), Jennifer Boylan (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 18, 2026): 06/18/2026 Signed by Governor.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Authorizes the use of campaign funds for security related expenses, including home and office security systems and ongoing monitoring, in response to threats arising from their public service or candidacy.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jenni Furtado | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 64 |
| Mary Messier | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 62 |
| Matthew Dawson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 65 |
| Michelle McGaw | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 71 |
| Jennifer Stewart | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 59 |
| Edith Ajello | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 1 |
| Katie Kazarian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 63 |
| Jackie Baginski | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 17 |
| Teresa Tanzi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 34 |
| Jennifer Boylan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 66 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 06/18/2026 Signed by Governor
- 06/16/2026 Transmitted to Governor
- 06/11/2026 Senate passed Sub A in concurrence
- 06/10/2026 Placed on Senate Calendar (06/11/2026)
- 06/10/2026 House passed Sub A
- 06/08/2026 Placed on House Calendar (06/10/2026)
- 06/08/2026 Committee recommends passage of Sub A
- 06/05/2026 Proposed Substitute
- 06/05/2026 Scheduled for consideration (06/08/2026)
- 03/31/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/27/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/31/2026)
- 02/04/2026 Introduced, referred to House State Government & Elections