Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7746: AN ACT RELATING TO COMMERCIAL LAW -- GENERAL REGULATORY PROVISIONS -- RHODE ISLAND CHILDREN’S ONLINE SAFETY ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7746 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 12, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO COMMERCIAL LAW -- GENERAL REGULATORY PROVISIONS -- RHODE ISLAND CHILDREN’S ONLINE SAFETY ACT. Primary sponsor: Jason Knight (Democratic), Scott Slater (Democratic), Earl Read (Democratic), Sherry Roberts (Republican), Joshua Giraldo (Democratic), Evan Shanley (Democratic), June Speakman (Democratic), Tina Spears (Democratic), Megan Cotter (Democratic), Justine Caldwell (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 8, 2026): 04/08/2026 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.
Provides protections to children using online platforms by requiring platforms to turn off open chats by default for young users, and requires parent to approve children's financial transactions on gaming and social media sites.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jason Knight | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 67 |
| Scott Slater | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 10 |
| Earl Read | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 26 |
| Sherry Roberts | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 29 |
| Joshua Giraldo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 56 |
| Evan Shanley | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 24 |
| June Speakman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 68 |
| Tina Spears | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 36 |
| Megan Cotter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 39 |
| Justine Caldwell | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 30 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/08/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/03/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/08/2026)
- 02/12/2026 Introduced, referred to House Innovation, Internet, & Technology