Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7518: AN ACT RELATING TO FOOD AND DRUGS -- THE RHODE ISLAND KRATOM ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7518 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 6, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO FOOD AND DRUGS -- THE RHODE ISLAND KRATOM ACT. Primary sponsor: Kathleen Fogarty (Democratic), Jennifer Stewart (Democratic), Teresa Tanzi (Democratic), Rebecca Kislak (Democratic), Megan Cotter (Democratic), Enrique Sanchez (Democratic), Jennifer Boylan (Democratic), Lauren Carson (Democratic), Jenni Furtado (Democratic), Michelle McGaw (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 12, 2026): 03/12/2026 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.
Provides that all kratom products for sale would be stored and kept in a locked case, until sold.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kathleen Fogarty | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 35 |
| Jennifer Stewart | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 59 |
| Teresa Tanzi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 34 |
| Rebecca Kislak | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| Megan Cotter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 39 |
| Enrique Sanchez | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 9 |
| Jennifer Boylan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 66 |
| Lauren Carson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 75 |
| Jenni Furtado | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 64 |
| Michelle McGaw | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 71 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/12/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/06/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/12/2026)
- 02/06/2026 Introduced, referred to House Corporations