Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7963: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- ELECTRICIANS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7963 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- ELECTRICIANS. Primary sponsor: Brandon Potter (Democratic), Jennifer Stewart (Democratic), Cherie Cruz (Democratic), Mary Messier (Democratic), Jenni Furtado (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.
Transfers authority over the examination and licensing of telecommunications professionals to the state board of examiners of electricians and amends the composition of that body to require the inclusion of a telecommunications professional.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 5
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Jennifer Stewart | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 59 |
| Cherie Cruz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 58 |
| Mary Messier | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 62 |
| Jenni Furtado | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 64 |
“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)
- 02/27/2026 Introduced, referred to House Labor