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RI H7718
RI H7718Prohibits force-feeding to create a force-fed poultry product or the hiring of another to engage in force-feeding of a poultry product. It also prohibits the sale of a force-fed poultry product or food containing a force-fed poultry product.
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Introduced
02/12/2026
02/12/2026
In Committee
02/12/2026
02/12/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This act would prohibit force-feeding to create a force-fed poultry product or the hiring of another to engage in force-feeding of a poultry product. The act would prohibit the sale of a force- fed poultry product or food containing a force-fed poultry product. Any violations would be subject to a civil penalty of five hundred dollars ($500) per violation. This act would take effect on January 1, 2027.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits the practice of force-feeding poultry, which is defined as forcing food into a bird's throat to enlarge its liver, and also prohibits the sale of any poultry product resulting from this practice or any food containing such a product. The bill's intent is to protect public health and welfare by regulating industries like foie gras production, which are considered inhumane, environmentally unsustainable, and potential sources of zoonotic diseases. Violations of these prohibitions will result in a civil penalty of $500 per violation, and the law will take effect on January 1, 2027.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (7)
Brandon Potter (D)*,
David Bennett (D),
Cherie Cruz (D),
Rebecca Kislak (D),
Charlene Lima (D),
Carol McEntee (D),
Pat Serpa (D),
Last Action
Introduced, referred to House Corporations (on 02/12/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://status.rilegislature.gov/ |
| BillText | https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText26/HouseText26/H7718.pdf |
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