Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7773: AN ACT RELATING TO LABOR AND LABOR RELATIONS -- WORKERS' COMPENSATION -- PROCEDURE
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7773 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 -- WORKERS' COMPENSATION -- PROCEDURE. Primary sponsor: David Bennett (Democratic), Jay Edwards (Democratic), Earl Read (Democratic), Robert Craven (Democratic), Brandon Potter (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.
Amends the workers' compensation reimbursement provisions related to the liability of third person for damages.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 5
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Bennett | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 20 |
| Jay Edwards | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 70 |
| Earl Read | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 26 |
| Robert Craven | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 32 |
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
“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 Labor