Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7545: AN ACT RELATING TO ANIMALS AND ANIMAL HUSBANDRY -- CRUELTY TO ANIMALS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7545 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 6, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO ANIMALS AND ANIMAL HUSBANDRY -- CRUELTY TO ANIMALS. Primary sponsor: Pat Serpa (Democratic), Greg Costantino (Democratic), Robert Craven (Democratic), Matthew Dawson (Democratic), Paul Santucci (Republican), Leo Felix (Democratic), Bill O'Brien (Democratic), Katie Kazarian (Democratic), Jon Brien (Independent), Tom Noret (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 11, 2026): 02/11/2026 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 cause of action for the intentional or negligent injury or death of a pet.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 8 · Independent 1 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pat Serpa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 27 |
| Greg Costantino | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 44 |
| Robert Craven | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 32 |
| Matthew Dawson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 65 |
| Paul Santucci | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 53 |
| Leo Felix | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 61 |
| Bill O'Brien | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 54 |
| Katie Kazarian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 63 |
| Jon Brien | Primary sponsor | Independent | House | 49 |
| Tom Noret | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 25 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 02/11/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 02/06/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (02/11/2026)
- 02/06/2026 Introduced, referred to House Judiciary