Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7977: AN ACT RELATING TO ELECTIONS -- BALLOT QUESTION ADVOCACY AND REPORTING
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 7977 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO ELECTIONS -- BALLOT QUESTION ADVOCACY AND REPORTING. Primary sponsor: Brian Newberry (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 31, 2026): 03/31/2026 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.
Imposes strict identity disclosure requirements for those who incur expenditures for the production of ballot advocacy communications and political advertisements.
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
- 03/31/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/27/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/31/2026)
- 02/27/2026 Introduced, referred to House State Government & Elections