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RI H7155
Bill
Status
1/16/2026
Primary Sponsor
David Place
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AI Summary
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Requires all executive branch testimony to the General Assembly to be certified in writing by both the agency head and the governor (or governor's designee) to be considered "official"
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Certification must attest that testimony has been authorized, factual statements are accurate and complete, and no material facts have been knowingly omitted
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Uncertified testimony cannot be relied upon by the legislature for legislative findings, fiscal analyses, or oversight determinations
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Certification requirement applies only to factual representations and data, not to policy judgments, opinions, recommendations, or projections
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Department of Administration may promulgate rules and standardized certification forms; act takes effect upon passage
Legislative Description
Provides that testimony submitted on behalf of state departments, agencies, boards or commissions would not be considered official unless authorized by the governor.
State Affairs And Government
Last Action
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
1/27/2026