Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7987: AN ACT RELATING TO MILITARY AFFAIRS AND DEFENSE -- EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7987 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO MILITARY AFFAIRS AND DEFENSE -- EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT. Primary sponsor: Cherie Cruz (Democratic), Jose Batista (Democratic), Terri Cortvriend (Democratic), June Speakman (Democratic), Jennifer Boylan (Democratic), Karen Alzate (Democratic), Brandon Potter (Democratic), Michelle McGaw (Democratic), Evan Shanley (Democratic), Teresa Tanzi (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 7, 2026): 04/07/2026 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.
Creates an emergency action plan related to the operation of warming and cooling centers during periods of extreme weather and establishes a statewide notification system with the National Weather Service initiating warming/cooling center alerts.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cherie Cruz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 58 |
| Jose Batista | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 12 |
| Terri Cortvriend | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 72 |
| June Speakman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 68 |
| Jennifer Boylan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 66 |
| Karen Alzate | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 60 |
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Michelle McGaw | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 71 |
| Evan Shanley | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 24 |
| Teresa Tanzi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 34 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/07/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/03/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/07/2026)
- 02/27/2026 Introduced, referred to House State Government & Elections