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RI H7993
Bill
Status
2/27/2026
Primary Sponsor
David Morales
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AI Summary
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Creates a Bureau of Public Protection within the Department of Attorney General, led by an assistant attorney general, with at least 4 units covering consumer protection/antitrust, healthcare regulation, environmental protection/energy, and civil rights
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Consolidates existing advocate positions under the bureau, including healthcare advocate, insurance advocate, civil rights advocate, lead advocate, environmental advocate, and antitrust division
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Authorizes the Attorney General to investigate and seek court orders against businesses or government entities engaged in "persistent illegality" or "repeated illegal acts" violating federal or state civil law
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Available remedies include injunctions, restitution, damages, and penalties, as well as cancellation of business certificates filed with the Secretary of State; authority explicitly excludes criminal law enforcement
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Requires annual reporting to legislative leaders by April 1 each year on investigations conducted, court applications filed, outcomes, and recommendations
Legislative Description
Establishes a bureau of public protection within the department of attorney general.
State Affairs And Government
Last Action
Introduced, referred to House State Government & Elections
2/27/2026