Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 8084: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- EXPUNGEMENT OF CRIMINAL RECORDS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 8084 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 -- EXPUNGEMENT OF CRIMINAL RECORDS. Primary sponsor: Brandon Potter (Democratic), Casimiro, David Morales (Democratic), Jose Batista (Democratic), Jennifer Stewart (Democratic), Edith Ajello (Democratic), Arthur Handy (Democratic), Cherie Cruz (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 2, 2026): 04/02/2026 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.
Makes persons convicted of simple possession of controlled substances, eligible to have their records expunged three (3) years after imposition of their sentence.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 7
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Casimiro | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| David Morales | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 7 |
| Jose Batista | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 12 |
| Jennifer Stewart | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 59 |
| Edith Ajello | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 1 |
| Arthur Handy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 18 |
| Cherie Cruz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 58 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/02/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/27/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/02/2026)
- 02/27/2026 Introduced, referred to House Judiciary