Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 8528: AN ACT RELATING TO CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM -- 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 8528 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on May 6, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM -- 2026 BOND REFERENDA. Primary sponsor: Scott Slater (Democratic), Jackie Baginski (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.
Submits the State's 2026 capital development program requesting the issuance of general obligation bonds for approval of the electorate at the general election to be held in November 2026.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scott Slater | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 10 |
| 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
- 05/21/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/15/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/21/2026)
- 05/06/2026 Introduced, referred to House Finance