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RI H7090
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/14/2026
Primary Sponsor
Joseph McNamara
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AI Summary
- Changes Rhode Island's presidential primary date from the fourth Tuesday in April to the first Tuesday in March, beginning in 2028
- Applies to primary elections for selecting delegates to national party conventions and for presidential preference
- Establishes the new March date as recurring every fourth year after 2028
- Takes effect immediately upon passage
- Introduced by Representatives McNamara, Corvese, Shekarchi, and Diaz on January 14, 2026
Legislative Description
Changes the date for the election of delegates to the conventions from the fourth Tuesday in April to the first Tuesday in March 2028.
Elections
Last Action
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
2/5/2026
Committee Referrals
State Government & Elections1/14/2026
Full Bill Text
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