Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Resolution
HR 8032: HOUSE RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY AND PROVIDE RECOMMENDATIONS ON THE WATER SUPPLY PLANNING FOR NEW HOUSING DEVELOPMENTS IN RURAL COMMUNITIES
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Plain-language summary
HR 8032 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 AND PROVIDE RECOMMENDATIONS ON THE WATER SUPPLY PLANNING FOR NEW HOUSING DEVELOPMENTS IN RURAL COMMUNITIES. Primary sponsor: Jay Edwards (Democratic), Casimiro, Michelle McGaw (Democratic), Mike Chippendale (Republican), Brian Kennedy (Democratic), Megan Cotter (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 8, 2026): 06/08/2026 House passed Sub A as amended (floor amendment).
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Creates a special legislative commission to study/provide recommendations for water supply planning for new housing developments in rural communities, whose findings/recommendations to the House of Representatives on or before 6/15/27 and expires 7/1/27.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 4 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jay Edwards | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 70 |
| Casimiro | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Michelle McGaw | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 71 |
| Mike Chippendale | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 40 |
| Brian Kennedy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 38 |
| Megan Cotter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 39 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 06/08/2026 House passed Sub A as amended (floor amendment)
- 06/05/2026 Placed on House Calendar (06/08/2026)
- 06/03/2026 Committee recommends passage of Sub A
- 05/29/2026 Proposed Substitute
- 05/29/2026 Scheduled for consideration (06/03/2026)
- 04/07/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/03/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/07/2026)
- 02/27/2026 Introduced, referred to House Municipal Government & Housing