Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 8054: AN ACT RELATING TO COURTS AND CIVIL PROCEDURE--PROCEDURE GENERALLY -- EVIDENCE
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 8054 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO COURTS AND CIVIL PROCEDURE--PROCEDURE GENERALLY -- EVIDENCE. Primary sponsor: Brandon Potter (Democratic), Katie Kazarian (Democratic), Jose Batista (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 10, 2026): 03/10/2026 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.
Provides that evidence of life or work expectancy be based on statistical data using blended statistics and provides a chart with "completed age" and "expectation" which shall be used by courts as evidence and not be based on race, ethnicity or sex.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Katie Kazarian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 63 |
| Jose Batista | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 12 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/10/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/06/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/10/2026)
- 02/27/2026 Introduced, referred to House Judiciary