Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7550: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- DISORDERLY CONDUCT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7550 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 6, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- DISORDERLY CONDUCT. Primary sponsor: Dick Fascia (Republican), Jay Edwards (Democratic), Marie Hopkins (Republican), Jon Brien (Independent), Greg Costantino (Democratic), Earl Read (Democratic), Bob Phillips (Democratic), Mike Chippendale (Republican), Charlene Lima (Democratic), Stephen Casey (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 24, 2026): 03/24/2026 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.
Criminalizes and sets mandatory minimum sentences for the unlawful interference with traffic upon the federal and state highways of this state.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6 · Independent 1 · Republican 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dick Fascia | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 42 |
| Jay Edwards | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 70 |
| Marie Hopkins | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 21 |
| Jon Brien | Primary sponsor | Independent | House | 49 |
| Greg Costantino | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 44 |
| Earl Read | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 26 |
| Bob Phillips | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 51 |
| Mike Chippendale | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 40 |
| Charlene Lima | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 14 |
| Stephen Casey | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 50 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/24/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/20/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/24/2026)
- 02/06/2026 Introduced, referred to House Judiciary