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RI H7782

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Jennifer Boylan

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends the deadline for candidates to request a recount of election votes from 7 days to 9 days after the state board declares results
  • Applies to both state and federal election returns tabulated by the state board of elections
  • Certificates of election cannot be issued until any requested recount is completed
  • Takes effect immediately upon passage

Legislative Description

Increases from seven (7) days to nine (9) days the period of time in which a request for a recount of the votes cast can be made to the board of elections. No certificates of election may be issued, until the recount if any is completed.

Elections

Last Action

Introduced, referred to House State Government & Elections

2/12/2026

Committee Referrals

State Government & Elections2/12/2026

Full Bill Text

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