Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 8152: AN ACT RELATING TO AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY -- FORESTRY AND FOREST PARITY ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 8152 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY -- FORESTRY AND FOREST PARITY ACT. Primary sponsor: Jay Edwards (Democratic), Greg Costantino (Democratic), Deb Fellela (Democratic), Carol McEntee (Democratic), Raymond Hull (Democratic), Casimiro, Pat Serpa (Democratic), Doc Corvese (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 26, 2026): 05/26/2026 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.
Establishes sales and use tax exemptions for commercial forest product operations and creates a new motor vehicle registration for "forestry vehicles".
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 7
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jay Edwards | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 70 |
| Greg Costantino | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 44 |
| Deb Fellela | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 43 |
| Carol McEntee | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 33 |
| Raymond Hull | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 6 |
| Casimiro | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Pat Serpa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 27 |
| Doc Corvese | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 55 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/26/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/22/2026 Scheduled for hearing (05/26/2026)
- 02/27/2026 Introduced, referred to House Finance