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RI HB 8243

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AN ACT RELATING TO COMMERCIAL LAW -- GENERAL REGULATORY PROVISIONS -- DECEPTIVE TRADE PRACTICES

Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · lower

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Did RI HB 8243 pass?

No. RI HB 8243 did not pass — it was defeated or died in the legislative process. Latest recorded action (2026-04-02): 04/02/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study

What is RI HB 8243 about?

Prohibits disclosure terms "down payment", "money down", or any similar language to describe lump sum payments in order to reduce monthly lease payments. Provides that lump sum payments are non-refundable in the event of a total loss of the vehicle.

Who sponsors RI HB 8243?

Newberry is the primary sponsor of RI HB 8243.

Description

Prohibits disclosure terms "down payment", "money down", or any similar language to describe lump sum payments in order to reduce monthly lease payments. Provides that lump sum payments are non-refundable in the event of a total loss of the vehicle.

Introduced
2026-03-06
Latest action
2026-04-02 — 04/02/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
Bill type
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Sponsors

  • Newberryprimary

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Action timeline

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  1. 2026-04-02

    04/02/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study

    committee-failure

  2. 2026-03-27

    03/27/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/02/2026)

  3. 2026-03-06

    03/06/2026 Introduced, referred to House Corporations

    introduction,referral-committee

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