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RI H7983
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/27/2026
Primary Sponsor
Megan Cotter
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AI Summary
- Limits service in the Rhode Island House of Representatives to 12 years and service in the Senate to 12 years, with each chamber counted separately
- Allows a member who reaches the 12-year limit in one chamber to seek election to the other chamber, subject to a separate 12-year limit there
- Applies prospectively only to service occurring after the act's effective date; no prior service counts toward the limit
- Partial terms exceeding one year count as one full year toward the limit, while partial terms of one year or less do not count
- Takes effect upon passage
Legislative Description
Establishes a term limit of twelve years for members serving in the general assembly.
General Assembly
Last Action
Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/19/2026)
3/13/2026
Committee Referrals
State Government & Elections2/27/2026
Full Bill Text
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