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RI H7785
Bill
Status
2/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Brian Newberry
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AI Summary
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Rhode Island's Attorney General would be elected in non-partisan elections beginning in 2030, with no party label appearing on the ballot
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Candidates for Attorney General would be prohibited from being nominated or elected as an official representative of any political party
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Attorney General candidates would follow the same filing procedures as independent candidates rather than seeking party nominations
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Amends multiple sections of Rhode Island General Laws governing general state officers, state party conventions, candidate declarations, and the Department of Attorney General
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Act takes effect January 1, 2030
Legislative Description
Provides for the non-partisan election of the attorney general, commencing with the 2030 election.
Elections
Last Action
Introduced, referred to House State Government & Elections
2/12/2026