Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7566: AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- RETIREMENT OF MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 7566 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 6, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- RETIREMENT OF MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES. Primary sponsor: Casimiro, Earl Read (Democratic), Tina Spears (Democratic), Mary Messier (Democratic), Evan Shanley (Democratic), Jay Edwards (Democratic), Bill O'Brien (Democratic), Pat Serpa (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.
Authorizes retired police officers and firefighters to earn income in addition to their earnable compensation; provided that, the amount would not exceed 5 times the rate of earnable compensation currently in force.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 8
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casimiro | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Earl Read | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 26 |
| Tina Spears | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 36 |
| Mary Messier | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 62 |
| Evan Shanley | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 24 |
| Jay Edwards | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 70 |
| Bill O'Brien | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 54 |
| Pat Serpa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 27 |
| 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 Municipal Government & Housing