Rhode Island bills · 2026 Regular Session

Rhode Island HB 8030

AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- GENERAL POWERS

Introduced
In committee
Passed House
Passed Senate
To Governor
Became law

Sponsors

Casey (Democratic)
O'Brien (Democratic)
Spears (Democratic)
McEntee (Democratic)

Summary

Official abstract published by the Rhode Island legislature· summary

Require criminal background checks for applicants for employment or volunteering for the South Kingstown fire department or fire district.

Text versions

8030

Roll-call votes

No recorded votes on this bill.

Actions

Mar 5, 2026 · Legislature
03/05/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
Feb 27, 2026 · Legislature
02/27/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/05/2026)
Feb 27, 2026 · House
02/27/2026 Introduced, referred to House Municipal Government & Housing