Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7742: AN ACT RELATING TO FOOD AND DRUGS -- SANITATION IN FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7742 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 -- SANITATION IN FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS. Primary sponsor: Tina Spears (Democratic), Katie Kazarian (Democratic), Jennifer Boylan (Democratic), Teresa Tanzi (Democratic), Carol McEntee (Democratic), Michelle McGaw (Democratic), Terri Cortvriend (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 30, 2026): 03/30/2026 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.
Adds pickles and relish to those foods not requiring refrigeration which are permitted to be manufactured and sold as a farm home food product.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 7
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tina Spears | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 36 |
| Katie Kazarian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 63 |
| Jennifer Boylan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 66 |
| Teresa Tanzi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 34 |
| Carol McEntee | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 33 |
| Michelle McGaw | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 71 |
| Terri Cortvriend | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 72 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/30/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/26/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/30/2026)
- 02/12/2026 Introduced, referred to House Health & Human Services