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RI H7303
Joint Resolution
Status
1/23/2026
Primary Sponsor
Karen Alzate
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AI Summary
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Proposes a constitutional amendment to remove the current 30-day state and local residency requirements for voters in Rhode Island
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Allows voter registration up to and including election day, eliminating the previous 30-day advance registration requirement
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Requires candidates filing a declaration of candidacy to have been a qualified elector in Rhode Island for at least 30 days
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Amendment would take effect January 1, 2027, if approved by voters at the next statewide general election
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Maintains existing restrictions barring persons adjudicated non compos mentis and those incarcerated on felony convictions from voting
Legislative Description
JOINT RESOLUTION TO APPROVE AND PUBLISH AND SUBMIT TO THE ELECTORS A PROPOSITION OF AMENDMENT TO THE CONSTITUTION -- OF SUFFRAGE (Proposes to the voters of the state a constitutional amendment regarding eligibility to vote and to be a candidate.)
Last Action
Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/19/2026)
3/13/2026