Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 8185: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- STATE POLICE
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 8185 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 -- STATE POLICE. Primary sponsor: Jon Brien (Independent), Bill O'Brien (Democratic), Anthony DeSimone (Democratic), Stephen Casey (Democratic), Earl Read (Democratic), Joseph Solomon (Democratic), Casimiro, Jackie Baginski (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 16, 2026): 04/16/2026 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 pension benefits for both current and former Rhode Island State Police members.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6 · Independent 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jon Brien | Primary sponsor | Independent | House | 49 |
| Bill O'Brien | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 54 |
| Anthony DeSimone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 5 |
| Stephen Casey | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 50 |
| Earl Read | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 26 |
| Joseph Solomon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 22 |
| Casimiro | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Jackie Baginski | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 17 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/16/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/10/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/16/2026)
- 02/27/2026 Introduced, referred to House Finance