Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 8118: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS' DUE PROCESS, ACCOUNTABILITY, AND TRANSPARENCY ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 8118 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 -- LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS' DUE PROCESS, ACCOUNTABILITY, AND TRANSPARENCY ACT. Primary sponsor: Dick Fascia (Republican), Earl Read (Democratic), Raymond Hull (Democratic), Tom Noret (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.
Amends the Law Enforcement Officers’ Due Process, Accountability, and Transparency Act" by changing the provision for payment of legal fees.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 3 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dick Fascia | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 42 |
| Earl Read | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 26 |
| Raymond Hull | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 6 |
| Tom Noret | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 25 |
“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