Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 8014: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- FARMLAND PRESERVATION ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 8014 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 -- FARMLAND PRESERVATION ACT. Primary sponsor: Stephen Casey (Democratic), David Bennett (Democratic), Doc Corvese (Democratic), David Place (Republican), Jon Brien (Independent), Megan Cotter (Democratic), Paul Santucci (Republican), Tom Noret (Democratic), Jackie Baginski (Democratic), Earl Read (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 24, 2026): 03/24/2026 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.
Prohibits any city, town, quasi-municipal corporation or public corporation from assessing any existing agricultural operation or agricultural land for the extension of any water utilities past the property and from imposing any connection fee.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 7 · Independent 1 · Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephen Casey | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 50 |
| David Bennett | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 20 |
| Doc Corvese | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 55 |
| David Place | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 47 |
| Jon Brien | Primary sponsor | Independent | House | 49 |
| Megan Cotter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 39 |
| Paul Santucci | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 53 |
| Tom Noret | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 25 |
| Jackie Baginski | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 17 |
| Earl Read | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 26 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/24/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/20/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/24/2026)
- 02/27/2026 Introduced, referred to House Municipal Government & Housing