Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7502: AN ACT RELATING TO HIGHWAYS -- SIDEWALKS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7502 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 4, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO HIGHWAYS -- SIDEWALKS. Primary sponsor: Anthony DeSimone (Democratic), Sam Azzinaro (Democratic), David Bennett (Democratic), Scott Slater (Democratic), George Nardone (Republican), Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 8, 2026): 04/08/2026 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.
Requires that all maintenance of sidewalks along state highways, with the exception of snow and ice removal, be the responsibility of the state.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 5 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony DeSimone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 5 |
| Sam Azzinaro | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 37 |
| David Bennett | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 20 |
| Scott Slater | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 10 |
| George Nardone | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 28 |
| Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 46 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/08/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/03/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/08/2026)
- 02/04/2026 Introduced, referred to House Finance