Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7718: AN ACT RELATING TO FOOD AND DRUGS -- FORCE-FED POULTRY PRODUCTS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7718 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 12, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO FOOD AND DRUGS -- FORCE-FED POULTRY PRODUCTS. Primary sponsor: Charlene Lima (Democratic), Carol McEntee (Democratic), Cherie Cruz (Democratic), David Bennett (Democratic), Pat Serpa (Democratic), Rebecca Kislak (Democratic), Brandon Potter (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 12, 2026): 02/12/2026 Introduced, referred to House Corporations.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Prohibits force-feeding to create a force-fed poultry product or the hiring of another to engage in force-feeding of a poultry product. It also prohibits the sale of a force-fed poultry product or food containing a force-fed poultry product.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 7
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlene Lima | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 14 |
| Carol McEntee | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 33 |
| Cherie Cruz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 58 |
| David Bennett | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 20 |
| Pat Serpa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 27 |
| Rebecca Kislak | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 02/12/2026 Introduced, referred to House Corporations