Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Resolution
HR 7951: HOUSE RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY WOMEN’S REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH ACROSS THE LIFE COURSE
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HR 7951 is a resolution introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: HOUSE RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY WOMEN’S REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH ACROSS THE LIFE COURSE. Primary sponsor: Teresa Tanzi (Democratic), Jennifer Boylan (Democratic), Jenni Furtado (Democratic), Michelle McGaw (Democratic), Jennifer Stewart (Democratic), David Place (Republican), Casimiro, Karen Alzate (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 17-member legislative commission to study women’s reproductive health across the life course, and would report back to the House by March 2, 2027, and would expire on May 2, 2027.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teresa Tanzi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 34 |
| Jennifer Boylan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 66 |
| Jenni Furtado | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 64 |
| Michelle McGaw | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 71 |
| Jennifer Stewart | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 59 |
| David Place | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 47 |
| Casimiro | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Karen Alzate | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 60 |
“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)
- 02/27/2026 Introduced, referred to House Health & Human Services