Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 8603: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- OPERATORS' AND CHAUFFEURS' LICENSES
Enacted Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 8603 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on May 29, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- OPERATORS' AND CHAUFFEURS' LICENSES. Primary sponsor: Marie Hopkins (Republican), Tina Spears (Democratic), Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (Democratic), Susan Donovan (Democratic), Megan Cotter (Democratic), Earl Read (Democratic), Joseph McNamara (Democratic), Joshua Giraldo (Democratic), Casimiro. Most recent recorded action (June 18, 2026): 06/18/2026 Signed by Governor.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Exempts an individual in foster or adoptive homes from the fee associated with drivers education classes at the community college of Rhode Island.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 7 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marie Hopkins | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 21 |
| Tina Spears | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 36 |
| Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 46 |
| Susan Donovan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 69 |
| Megan Cotter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 39 |
| Earl Read | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 26 |
| Joseph McNamara | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 19 |
| Joshua Giraldo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 56 |
| Casimiro | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 06/18/2026 Signed by Governor
- 06/16/2026 Transmitted to Governor
- 06/10/2026 Senate passed Sub A in concurrence
- 06/08/2026 Placed on Senate Calendar (06/10/2026)
- 06/08/2026 House passed Sub A
- 06/06/2026 Placed on House Calendar (06/08/2026)
- 06/05/2026 Committee recommends passage of Sub A
- 06/03/2026 Proposed Substitute
- 06/03/2026 Scheduled for consideration (06/05/2026)
- 06/02/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/30/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (06/02/2026)
- 05/29/2026 Introduced, referred to House Finance