Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7622: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- REFUSE DISPOSAL
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 7622 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 11, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- REFUSE DISPOSAL. Primary sponsor: Kathleen Fogarty (Democratic), Arthur Handy (Democratic), David Bennett (Democratic), Rebecca Kislak (Democratic), Michelle McGaw (Democratic), June Speakman (Democratic), Tina Spears (Democratic), Jennifer Boylan (Democratic), Lauren Carson (Democratic), Terri Cortvriend (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 26, 2026): 02/26/2026 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 the department of environmental management to issue and enforce rules and regulations to implement and enforce the provisions of the food waste ban.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kathleen Fogarty | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 35 |
| Arthur Handy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 18 |
| David Bennett | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 20 |
| Rebecca Kislak | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| Michelle McGaw | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 71 |
| June Speakman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 68 |
| Tina Spears | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 36 |
| Jennifer Boylan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 66 |
| Lauren Carson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 75 |
| Terri Cortvriend | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 72 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 02/26/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 02/19/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (02/26/2026)
- 02/11/2026 Introduced, referred to House Environment and Natural Resources