When was Rhode Island House Bill HB 7562 introduced?

HB 7562 was introduced on Feb 06, 2026.

Has Rhode Island House Bill HB 7562 passed the House?

Yes, HB 7562 has passed the House on Apr 30, 2026.

Has Rhode Island House Bill HB 7562 passed the Senate?

Yes, HB 7562 has passed the Senate on Jun 04, 2026.

Has Rhode Island House Bill HB 7562 been signed into law?

Yes, HB 7562 was signed into law on Jun 10, 2026.

What's the current status of Rhode Island House Bill HB 7562?

The latest action on HB 7562 by the executive was: 06/10/2026 Signed by Governor on Jun 10, 2026.

Who introduced Rhode Island House Bill HB 7562?

HB 7562 was introduced by Matthew S. Dawson.

Are voting records available for Rhode Island House Bill HB 7562?

Yes, there is one legislator voting record available for HB 7562

Bill tracking in Rhode Island - HB 7562 (2026 legislative session)

Introduced
Feb 06, 2026
Passed House
Apr 30, 2026
Passed Senate
Jun 04, 2026
Became Law
Jun 10, 2026

HB 7562

Rhode Island House Bill

AN ACT RELATING TO ANIMALS AND ANIMAL HUSBANDRY -- CRUELTY TO ANIMALS (Allows animal control officers in the cities and towns to lawfully take charge of and provide adequate care to any animal found abandoned or neglected or hazardously accumulated and includes them as agents authorized to enforce the provisions of this law.)

Last Action See all actions

executive • Jun 10, 2026: 06/10/2026 Signed by Governor

Latest Bill Text See all bill texts

7562