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HB 7656 Failed

AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES -- RHODE ISLAND PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PENSION REVOCATION AND REDUCTION ACT

Introduced
In Committee
Floor
Crossed Over
Passed
Enacted

Authorizes the state retirement board to revoke or reduce an individual’s pension benefit if that individual is convicted or pleads guilty or no contest to a felony sex crime related to their public office or public employment.

Chamber
House
Introduced
Feb 11, 2026
Last action
Mar 12, 2026 — 03/12/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
Sponsor
Matthew Dawson D
Session
2026
Momentum
5 · Stalled