Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 8127: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC UTILITIES AND CARRIERS -- RHODE ISLAND PUBLIC TRANSIT AUTHORITY
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 8127 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC UTILITIES AND CARRIERS -- RHODE ISLAND PUBLIC TRANSIT AUTHORITY. Primary sponsor: Arthur Handy (Democratic), Raymond Hull (Democratic), Cherie Cruz (Democratic), Rebecca Kislak (Democratic), Jennifer Stewart (Democratic), Evan Shanley (Democratic), Jose Batista (Democratic), Mike Chippendale (Republican), Terri Cortvriend (Democratic), Teresa Tanzi (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 7, 2026): 04/07/2026 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 Rhode Island Transit Authority (RIPTA) board composition by adding the Rhode Island Climate Community to the groups given due consideration for appointment to the board.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arthur Handy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 18 |
| Raymond Hull | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 6 |
| Cherie Cruz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 58 |
| Rebecca Kislak | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| Jennifer Stewart | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 59 |
| Evan Shanley | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 24 |
| Jose Batista | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 12 |
| Mike Chippendale | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 40 |
| Terri Cortvriend | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 72 |
| Teresa Tanzi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 34 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/07/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/03/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/07/2026)
- 02/27/2026 Introduced, referred to House Corporations