Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7736: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- RHODE ISLAND RESOURCE RECOVERY CORPORATION
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 7736 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 12, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- RHODE ISLAND RESOURCE RECOVERY CORPORATION. Primary sponsor: Susan Donovan (Democratic), June Speakman (Democratic), Tina Spears (Democratic), Michelle McGaw (Democratic), Terri Cortvriend (Democratic), Lauren Carson (Democratic), Teresa Tanzi (Democratic), Jennifer Stewart (Democratic), Edith Ajello (Democratic), Jennifer Boylan (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.
Prohibits the use of artificial turf as material to cover compacted solid waste at a sanitary landfill.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Susan Donovan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 69 |
| June Speakman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 68 |
| Tina Spears | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 36 |
| Michelle McGaw | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 71 |
| Terri Cortvriend | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 72 |
| Lauren Carson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 75 |
| Teresa Tanzi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 34 |
| Jennifer Stewart | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 59 |
| Edith Ajello | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 1 |
| Jennifer Boylan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 66 |
“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)
- 02/12/2026 Introduced, referred to House Environment and Natural Resources