Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7635: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- THE RHODE ISLAND CESSPOOL ACT OF 2007
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7635 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 -- THE RHODE ISLAND CESSPOOL ACT OF 2007. Primary sponsor: Evan Shanley (Democratic), Robert Craven (Democratic), Arthur Handy (Democratic), Kathleen Fogarty (Democratic), Teresa Tanzi (Democratic), Lauren Carson (Democratic), Michelle McGaw (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.
Provides that a certificate be provided for every contract for the purchase and sale of real estate certifying that the property has a functioning on-site wastewater treatment system or a sewer connection and not a cesspool.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 7
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evan Shanley | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 24 |
| Robert Craven | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 32 |
| Arthur Handy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 18 |
| Kathleen Fogarty | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 35 |
| Teresa Tanzi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 34 |
| Lauren Carson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 75 |
| Michelle McGaw | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 71 |
“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 Judiciary