Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7800: AN ACT RELATING TO WATERS AND NAVIGATION -- RHODE ISLAND INFRASTRUCTURE BANK
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7800 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 12, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO WATERS AND NAVIGATION -- RHODE ISLAND INFRASTRUCTURE BANK. Primary sponsor: Katie Kazarian (Democratic), Michelle McGaw (Democratic), Jennifer Boylan (Democratic), Arthur Handy (Democratic), Lauren Carson (Democratic), Terri Cortvriend (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 26, 2026): 02/26/2026 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.
Allows local government recipients of grant funds from the Rhode Island infrastructure bank's OSCAR fund and resilient Rhode Island infrastructure fund to use monies for insurability planning.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Katie Kazarian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 63 |
| Michelle McGaw | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 71 |
| Jennifer Boylan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 66 |
| Arthur Handy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 18 |
| Lauren Carson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 75 |
| Terri Cortvriend | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 72 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 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 Municipal Government & Housing