Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7763: AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- MAINTENANCE OF PRIVATE EASEMENTS AND RIGHTS-OF-WAY
Enacted Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7763 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 12, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- MAINTENANCE OF PRIVATE EASEMENTS AND RIGHTS-OF-WAY. Primary sponsor: Anthony DeSimone (Democratic), Deb Fellela (Democratic), Jennifer Boylan (Democratic), Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 24, 2026): 06/24/2026 Effective without Governor's signature.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Repeals certain provisions of the law regarding maintenance of private easements and rights of way.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony DeSimone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 5 |
| Deb Fellela | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 43 |
| Jennifer Boylan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 66 |
| Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 46 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 06/24/2026 Effective without Governor's signature
- 06/16/2026 Transmitted to Governor
- 06/10/2026 Senate passed Sub A in concurrence
- 06/08/2026 Placed on the Senate Consent Calendar (06/10/2026)
- 06/08/2026 House passed Sub A
- 06/05/2026 Placed on House Calendar (06/08/2026)
- 06/03/2026 Committee recommends passage of Sub A
- 05/29/2026 Proposed Substitute
- 05/29/2026 Scheduled for consideration (06/03/2026)
- 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 Judiciary