Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 8077: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- AUTOMATED LICENSE PLATE READERS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 8077 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- AUTOMATED LICENSE PLATE READERS. Primary sponsor: Arthur Handy (Democratic), Michelle McGaw (Democratic), Tina Spears (Democratic), June Speakman (Democratic), Terri Cortvriend (Democratic), Jennifer Stewart (Democratic), Stephen Casey (Democratic), Jenni Furtado (Democratic), Jennifer Boylan (Democratic), Matthew Dawson (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.
Provides for municipal and state police authorities to acquire and to utilize automated license plate readers and identify what data may be collected and in what ways the data can be used.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arthur Handy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 18 |
| Michelle McGaw | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 71 |
| Tina Spears | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 36 |
| June Speakman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 68 |
| Terri Cortvriend | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 72 |
| Jennifer Stewart | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 59 |
| Stephen Casey | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 50 |
| Jenni Furtado | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 64 |
| Jennifer Boylan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 66 |
| Matthew Dawson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 65 |
“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 Judiciary