Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 8186: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- VIDEO LOTTERY, GAMES, TABLE GAMES AND SPORTS WAGERING
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 8186 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 -- VIDEO LOTTERY, GAMES, TABLE GAMES AND SPORTS WAGERING. Primary sponsor: Brandon Voas (Democratic), Bill O'Brien (Democratic), Earl Read (Democratic), Scott Slater (Democratic), Doc Corvese (Democratic), Matthew Dawson (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 29, 2026): 04/29/2026 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.
Redefines sports wagering sections specifically change the percent the host facilities receive on sports wagering.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Voas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 57 |
| Bill O'Brien | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 54 |
| Earl Read | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 26 |
| Scott Slater | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 10 |
| Doc Corvese | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 55 |
| Matthew Dawson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 65 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/29/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/24/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/29/2026)
- 02/27/2026 Introduced, referred to House Finance