Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7993: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- DEPARTMENT OF ATTORNEY GENERAL
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 7993 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- DEPARTMENT OF ATTORNEY GENERAL. Primary sponsor: Teresa Tanzi (Democratic), Cherie Cruz (Democratic), Joshua Giraldo (Democratic), Enrique Sanchez (Democratic), Brandon Potter (Democratic), Megan Cotter (Democratic), Jennifer Stewart (Democratic), David Morales (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.
Establishes a bureau of public protection within the department of attorney general.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 8
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teresa Tanzi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 34 |
| Cherie Cruz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 58 |
| Joshua Giraldo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 56 |
| Enrique Sanchez | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 9 |
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Megan Cotter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 39 |
| Jennifer Stewart | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 59 |
| David Morales | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 7 |
“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