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RI H7761
RI H7761Changes the definition of owner to exclude the state and municipalities for the purposes of liability limitations relating to public use of private lands.
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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 change the definition of owner to exclude the state and municipalities for the purposes of liability limitations relating to public use of private lands. This act would take effect upon passage.
AI Summary
This bill amends the definition of "owner" within the chapter concerning liability limitations for the public use of private lands, specifically removing the state and municipalities from this definition. This change means that the state and municipalities will no longer be considered "owners" for the purposes of these liability limitations, which are designed to protect private landowners from lawsuits when people use their land for recreational activities. The bill will become effective immediately upon its passage.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
House Judiciary Hearing (00:00:00 2/26/2026 ) (on 02/26/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://status.rilegislature.gov/ |
| BillText | https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText26/HouseText26/H7761.pdf |
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