Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7732: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- FAIRNESS IN WOMEN'S SPORTS ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 7732 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 12, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- FAIRNESS IN WOMEN'S SPORTS ACT. Primary sponsor: Paul Santucci (Republican), Dick Fascia (Republican), Marie Hopkins (Republican), George Nardone (Republican), Jon Brien (Independent), Sherry Roberts (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 6, 2026): 03/06/2026 Withdrawn at sponsor's request.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Categorizes women by their biological identity at birth rather than their gender identity for purpose of organized sports.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Independent 1 · Republican 5
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paul Santucci | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 53 |
| Dick Fascia | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 42 |
| Marie Hopkins | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 21 |
| George Nardone | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 28 |
| Jon Brien | Primary sponsor | Independent | House | 49 |
| Sherry Roberts | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 29 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/06/2026 Withdrawn at sponsor's request
- 02/12/2026 Introduced, referred to House Education