Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 8426: AN ACT RELATING TO FOOD AND DRUGS -- THE EDWARD O. HAWKINS AND THOMAS C. SLATER MEDICAL MARIJUANA ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 8426 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on April 10, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO FOOD AND DRUGS -- THE EDWARD O. HAWKINS AND THOMAS C. SLATER MEDICAL MARIJUANA ACT. Primary sponsor: Scott Slater (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 21, 2026): 05/21/2026 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.
Allows for the payment of compassion center fees of $500,000 to be paid in quarterly installments.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scott Slater | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 10 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/21/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/15/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/21/2026)
- 04/10/2026 Introduced, referred to House Corporations