Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Resolution
HR 7678: JOINT RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL JOINT LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION ON CITY AND TOWN AFFAIRS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HR 7678 is a resolution introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 11, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: JOINT RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL JOINT LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION ON CITY AND TOWN AFFAIRS. Primary sponsor: June Speakman (Democratic), Doc Corvese (Democratic), Tom Noret (Democratic), Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (Democratic), Mike Chippendale (Republican), Carol McEntee (Democratic), Jon Brien (Independent), Stephen Casey (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 19, 2026): 03/19/2026 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.
Creates a 9-member Joint Commission to review and provide recommendations to strengthen coordination between state and local government and who would report back to the General Assembly by December 31, 2026, and would expire on January 31, 2027.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6 · Independent 1 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June Speakman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 68 |
| Doc Corvese | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 55 |
| Tom Noret | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 25 |
| Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 46 |
| Mike Chippendale | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 40 |
| Carol McEntee | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 33 |
| Jon Brien | Primary sponsor | Independent | House | 49 |
| Stephen Casey | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 50 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/19/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/13/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/19/2026)
- 02/11/2026 Introduced, referred to House State Government & Elections