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RI HB 8099

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AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- STATE IDENTIFICATION CARDS FOR MINORS WITHOUT RESIDENCE ACT

Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · lower

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Did RI HB 8099 pass?

No. RI HB 8099 did not pass — it was defeated or died in the legislative process. Latest recorded action (2026-04-16): 04/16/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study

What is RI HB 8099 about?

Allows a minor between the ages of 14 -17 without a permanent residence/in custody of the DCYF to get state identification card without a signature from parent, guardian or foster parent as well as a certified copy of minor's birth certificate at no cost.

Who sponsors RI HB 8099?

Newberry is the primary sponsor of RI HB 8099.

Description

Allows a minor between the ages of 14 -17 without a permanent residence/in custody of the DCYF to get state identification card without a signature from parent, guardian or foster parent as well as a certified copy of minor's birth certificate at no cost.

Introduced
2026-02-27
Latest action
2026-04-16 — 04/16/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
Bill type
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Last updated
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Sponsors

  • Newberryprimary

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Action timeline

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  1. 2026-04-16

    04/16/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study

    committee-failure

  2. 2026-04-10

    04/10/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/16/2026)

  3. 2026-02-27

    02/27/2026 Introduced, referred to House Judiciary

    introduction,referral-committee

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https://status.rilegislature.gov/

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