H8052Rhode Island2026 sessionIntroduced
Provides a civil cause of action for individuals injured by artificial intelligence.
Plain-language summary
Provides a civil cause of action allowing individuals to seek damages for injuries caused by artificial intelligence. Establishes a new legal remedy under state civil procedure law for AI-related harms.
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History
Feb 27, 2026
HIntroduced, referred to House Judiciary
Mar 20, 2026
HScheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/26/2026)
Mar 26, 2026
HCommittee recommended measure be held for further study
Progress
IntroducedFeb 27, 2026
Engrossed
Enrolled
Passed
Signed into law
Sponsors
LC
Rep. Lauren Carson (D)Prime sponsor
JC
Rep. Justine Caldwell (D)
JK
Rep. Jason Knight (D)
MC
Rep. Megan Cotter (D)
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