H7089

Amends several statutes relating to elections and the dates for primaries and dates within which to file nomination papers and object to nomination papers.

Introduced·1/14/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island H7089 amends election laws to change primary dates and nomination paper filing deadlines.

Rhode Island H7089 amends several statutes relating to elections, including the dates for primaries and the deadlines for filing nomination papers and objecting to nomination papers. The bill specifies new dates for filing declarations of candidacy and filing nomination papers for various offices, including statewide, general assembly, and local offices. It also adjusts the deadlines for filing objections to nomination papers and the timeframes for the state board to review and decide on such objections. The changes are set to take effect on January 1, 2028.

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Where it stands

Current
State Government & Elections Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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5
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Mar 10

12:00 AM

House State Government & Elections Hearing

History

Mar 10

House

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Mar 6

House

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/10/2026)

Jan 14

House

Introduced, referred to House State Government & Elections