Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7799: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- LICENSING AND MONITORING OF CHILD DAYCARE PROVIDERS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7799 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 12, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- LICENSING AND MONITORING OF CHILD DAYCARE PROVIDERS. Primary sponsor: John Lombardi (Democratic), Jenni Furtado (Democratic), George Nardone (Republican), Kathleen Fogarty (Democratic), Anthony DeSimone (Democratic), Deb Fellela (Democratic), Rebecca Kislak (Democratic), Doc Corvese (Democratic), Jennifer Boylan (Democratic), Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (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 law so that child daycare providers would be required to renew their licenses every two (2) years, instead of the current yearly renewal requirement.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Lombardi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 8 |
| Jenni Furtado | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 64 |
| George Nardone | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 28 |
| Kathleen Fogarty | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 35 |
| Anthony DeSimone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 5 |
| Deb Fellela | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 43 |
| Rebecca Kislak | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| Doc Corvese | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 55 |
| 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
- 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 Health & Human Services