Rhode Island bills · 2026 Regular Session

Rhode Island HB 7918

AN ACT RELATING TO WATERS AND NAVIGATION -- PUBLIC DRINKING WATER SUPPLY

Introduced
In committee
Passed House
Passed Senate
To Governor
Became law

Sponsors

Brien (Independent)
Phillips (Democratic)
Casey (Democratic)

Summary

Official abstract published by the Rhode Island legislature· summary

Requires that a backflow test be performed every ten (10) years, rather than the current yearly inspection.

Text versions

7918

Roll-call votes

No recorded votes on this bill.

Actions

Mar 31, 2026 · Legislature
03/31/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
Mar 27, 2026 · Legislature
03/27/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/31/2026)
Feb 27, 2026 · House
02/27/2026 Introduced, referred to House Environment and Natural Resources