Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7679: AN ACT RELATING TO MILITARY AFFAIRS AND DEFENSE -- BURIAL OF VETERANS
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Plain-language summary
HB 7679 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 11, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO MILITARY AFFAIRS AND DEFENSE -- BURIAL OF VETERANS. Primary sponsor: Brian Kennedy (Democratic), Stephen Casey (Democratic), Doc Corvese (Democratic), Sam Azzinaro (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 22, 2026): 05/22/2026 Referred to Senate Special Legislation and Veterans Affairs.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Provides that certain Hmong or Lao individuals who served honorably in military operations in support of the United States as special guerrilla units be granted burial rights at the Rhode Island Veterans Memorial Cemetery.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Kennedy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 38 |
| Stephen Casey | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 50 |
| Doc Corvese | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 55 |
| Sam Azzinaro | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 37 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/22/2026 Referred to Senate Special Legislation and Veterans Affairs
- 05/14/2026 House passed Sub A
- 05/10/2026 Placed on House Calendar (05/14/2026)
- 05/05/2026 Committee recommends passage of Sub A
- 05/01/2026 Proposed Substitute
- 05/01/2026 Scheduled for consideration (05/05/2026)
- 04/09/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/03/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/09/2026)
- 02/11/2026 Introduced, referred to House Veterans Affairs