Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 8489: AN ACT RELATING TO THE BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS OF RHODE ISLAND -- 2026 BOND REFERENDA
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 8489 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on April 29, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO THE BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS OF RHODE ISLAND -- 2026 BOND REFERENDA. Primary sponsor: Rebecca Kislak (Democratic), Pat Serpa (Democratic), Matthew Dawson (Democratic), David Morales (Democratic), Scott Slater (Democratic), Katie Kazarian (Democratic), David Bennett (Democratic), Brandon Voas (Democratic), Joseph McNamara (Democratic), Mia Ackerman (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 12, 2026): 05/12/2026 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.
Proposes a bond measure to authorize the State of Rhode Island to issue up to $36,000,000 in bonds, subject to voter approval, to support the Boys and Girls Clubs.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rebecca Kislak | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| Pat Serpa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 27 |
| Matthew Dawson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 65 |
| David Morales | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 7 |
| Scott Slater | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 10 |
| Katie Kazarian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 63 |
| David Bennett | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 20 |
| Brandon Voas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 57 |
| Joseph McNamara | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 19 |
| Mia Ackerman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 45 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/12/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/08/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/12/2026)
- 04/29/2026 Introduced, referred to House Finance