Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7605: AN ACT RELATING TO COMMERCIAL LAW--GENERAL REGULATORY PROVISIONS -- DECEPTIVE TRADE PRACTICES
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7605 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 11, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO COMMERCIAL LAW--GENERAL REGULATORY PROVISIONS -- DECEPTIVE TRADE PRACTICES. Primary sponsor: Michelle McGaw (Democratic), June Speakman (Democratic), Katie Kazarian (Democratic), Brandon Voas (Democratic), Susan Donovan (Democratic), Matthew Dawson (Democratic), Jennifer Boylan (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 2, 2026): 04/02/2026 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.
Deceptive trade practice to sell vehicle used in violent crime or exposed to biohazards without notice to purchaser.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 7
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michelle McGaw | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 71 |
| June Speakman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 68 |
| Katie Kazarian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 63 |
| Brandon Voas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 57 |
| Susan Donovan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 69 |
| Matthew Dawson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 65 |
| Jennifer Boylan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 66 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/02/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/27/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/02/2026)
- 02/11/2026 Introduced, referred to House Corporations