Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 8613: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- FARMLAND PRESERVATION ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 8613 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on June 4, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- FARMLAND PRESERVATION ACT. Primary sponsor: Megan Cotter (Democratic), Earl Read (Democratic), Greg Costantino (Democratic), Charlene Lima (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 4, 2026): 06/04/2026 Introduced, referred to House Municipal Government & Housing.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Prohibits any city, town, quasi-municipal corporation or public corporation from assessing any existing agricultural operation or agricultural land for the extension of any water utilities past the property and from imposing any connection fee.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Megan Cotter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 39 |
| Earl Read | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 26 |
| Greg Costantino | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 44 |
| Charlene Lima | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 14 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 06/04/2026 Introduced, referred to House Municipal Government & Housing