Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Resolution
HR 8202: JOINT RESOLUTION SUBMITTING TO THE ELECTORS A PROPOSITION TO ISSUE BONDS RELATING TO CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HR 8202 is a resolution introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: JOINT RESOLUTION SUBMITTING TO THE ELECTORS A PROPOSITION TO ISSUE BONDS RELATING TO CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM. Primary sponsor: Edith Ajello (Democratic), Arthur Handy (Democratic), Raymond Hull (Democratic), Cherie Cruz (Democratic), Rebecca Kislak (Democratic), Jennifer Stewart (Democratic), Evan Shanley (Democratic), Jose Batista (Democratic), Terri Cortvriend (Democratic), Teresa Tanzi (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 14, 2026): 04/14/2026 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.
Submits the state's 2026 capital development program requesting the issuance of general obligation bonds totaling one hundred million dollars ($100,000,000) for approval of the electorate at the general election to be held in November, 2026.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edith Ajello | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 1 |
| Arthur Handy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 18 |
| Raymond Hull | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 6 |
| Cherie Cruz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 58 |
| Rebecca Kislak | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| Jennifer Stewart | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 59 |
| Evan Shanley | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 24 |
| Jose Batista | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 12 |
| Terri Cortvriend | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 72 |
| Teresa Tanzi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 34 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/14/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/10/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/14/2026)
- 02/27/2026 Introduced, referred to House Finance