Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 8075: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- LIABILITY INSURANCE
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 8075 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- LIABILITY INSURANCE. Primary sponsor: Edith Ajello (Democratic), Jenni Furtado (Democratic), Casimiro, Michelle McGaw (Democratic), Carol McEntee (Democratic), Lauren Carson (Democratic), Jason Knight (Democratic), Jennifer Boylan (Democratic), Brandon Potter (Democratic), Justine Caldwell (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 8, 2026): 04/08/2026 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.
Requires individuals who own firearms to obtain and continuously maintain a policy of liability insurance in an amount of not less than $1,000,000 dollars and exempts active duty law enforcement and military from this requirement.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edith Ajello | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 1 |
| Jenni Furtado | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 64 |
| Casimiro | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Michelle McGaw | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 71 |
| Carol McEntee | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 33 |
| Lauren Carson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 75 |
| Jason Knight | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 67 |
| Jennifer Boylan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 66 |
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Justine Caldwell | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 30 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/08/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/01/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/08/2026)
- 02/27/2026 Introduced, referred to House Judiciary