Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7574: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 7574 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 6, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES. Primary sponsor: Michelle McGaw (Democratic), Carol McEntee (Democratic), Earl Read (Democratic), Evan Shanley (Democratic), Tom Noret (Democratic), Stephen Casey (Democratic), Scott Slater (Democratic), Joshua Giraldo (Democratic), Brandon Potter (Democratic), Brandon Voas (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 10, 2026): 02/10/2026 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.
Car rental company not subject to registration penalties resulting from out-of-state toll violations from operators using their rental vehicles but are responsible for any outstanding toll amounts due.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michelle McGaw | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 71 |
| Carol McEntee | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 33 |
| Earl Read | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 26 |
| Evan Shanley | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 24 |
| Tom Noret | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 25 |
| Stephen Casey | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 50 |
| Scott Slater | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 10 |
| Joshua Giraldo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 56 |
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Brandon Voas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 57 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 02/10/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 02/06/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (02/10/2026)
- 02/06/2026 Introduced, referred to House State Government & Elections