Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7784: AN ACT RELATING TO ELECTIONS -- FEDERAL ELECTIVE OFFICERS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7784 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 12, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO ELECTIONS -- FEDERAL ELECTIVE OFFICERS. Primary sponsor: Brian Newberry (Republican). Most recent recorded action (April 30, 2026): 04/30/2026 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.
Changes the manner by which presidential electoral college electors are elected and create a system of grouping of municipalities of equal populations, one of each of Rhode Island's electoral votes.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Newberry | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 48 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/30/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/24/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/30/2026)
- 03/23/2026 Committee postponed at request of sponsor (03/26/2026)
- 03/20/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration
- 02/12/2026 Introduced, referred to House State Government & Elections