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RI H7086

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/14/2026

Primary Sponsor

David Bennett

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates rhythm and blues (R&B) as Rhode Island's official state music genre
  • Defines rhythm and blues as music containing elements of pop, soul, funk, hip-hop, and electronic music
  • Adds new section 42-4-24 to the State Emblems chapter of Rhode Island General Laws
  • Takes effect immediately upon passage

Legislative Description

Designates as the state music, the genre of rhythm and blues which contain elements of pop, soul, funk, hip-hop, and electronic music.

State Affairs And Government

Last Action

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

1/20/2026

Committee Referrals

Special Legislation1/14/2026

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