Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7768: AN ACT RELATING TO LABOR AND LABOR RELATIONS -- FAIR EMPLOYMENT PRACTICES
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 7768 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 12, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO LABOR AND LABOR RELATIONS -- FAIR EMPLOYMENT PRACTICES. Primary sponsor: Brandon Voas (Democratic), Rebecca Kislak (Democratic), Scott Slater (Democratic), David Bennett (Democratic), Robert Craven (Democratic), Brian Newberry (Republican), Mia Ackerman (Democratic), Brandon Potter (Democratic), Evan Shanley (Democratic), Jay Edwards (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 15, 2026): 04/15/2026 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 an employer, employment agency, labor organization, or employee, to commit any act declared to be an unlawful employment practice; individuals would be held personally liable for such conduct.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Voas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 57 |
| Rebecca Kislak | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| Scott Slater | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 10 |
| David Bennett | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 20 |
| Robert Craven | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 32 |
| Brian Newberry | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 48 |
| Mia Ackerman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 45 |
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Evan Shanley | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 24 |
| Jay Edwards | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 70 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/15/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/10/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/15/2026)
- 02/12/2026 Introduced, referred to House Labor