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H8122

HOUSE RESOLUTION AMENDING THE RULES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES FOR THE YEARS 2025 AND 2026 (Amends the House rules to mandate that all lobbyists vacate the House floor twenty (20) minutes prior to the beginning of the scheduled House session.)

Introduced·2/27/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island H8122 amends House rules to require lobbyists and guests to leave the House floor 20 minutes before sessions.

Rhode Island H8122 amends the House rules for 2025 and 2026 to mandate that all lobbyists and guests vacate the House floor 20 minutes prior to the start of scheduled House sessions. This change aims to maintain decorum and focus during House proceedings. The resolution also reiterates rules on attire, decorum, and the limited admission to the House lounge.

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History

Feb 27

House

Introduced, referred to House Rules Committee