Rhode Island bills · 2026 Regular Session

Rhode Island HB 7983

AN ACT RELATING TO GENERAL ASSEMBLY -- TERM LIMITS FOR MEMBERS OF THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY

Introduced
In committee
Passed House
Passed Senate
To Governor
Became law

Sponsors

Stewart (Democratic)
Morales (Democratic)
McGaw (Democratic)
Cotter (Democratic)

Summary

Official abstract published by the Rhode Island legislature· summary

Establishes a term limit of twelve years for members serving in the general assembly.

Text versions

7983

Roll-call votes

No recorded votes on this bill.

Actions

Mar 19, 2026 · Legislature
03/19/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
Mar 13, 2026 · Legislature
03/13/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/19/2026)
Feb 27, 2026 · House
02/27/2026 Introduced, referred to House State Government & Elections