Rhode IslandH70712026 Regular SessionHouseWALLET

AN ACT RELATING TO AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY -- PROTECTION OF TREES AND PLANTS GENERALLY -- RHODE ISLAND INVASIVE PLANT MANAGEMENT ACT .

Sponsored By: Jennifer Boylan (Democratic)

Signed by Governor

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Rhode Island bans invasive plant trade and possession

The law bans importing, transporting, selling, or buying non-native invasive terrestrial plants in Rhode Island. It also bans importing, transporting, selling, buying, or possessing non-native freshwater invasive aquatic plants. The Director defines which species are covered and keeps the official lists for both land and freshwater plants. Breaking these rules can bring a fine up to $500. The law starts January 1, 2027, but the bans and fines only apply after the Director’s rules are issued and take effect.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

Jennifer Boylan
Democratic • House

Cosponsors

David A. Bennett
Democratic • House
Lauren H. Carson
Democratic • House
Terri Cortvriend
Democratic • House
Susan R. Donovan
Democratic • House
Rebecca M. Kislak
Democratic • House
Michelle E. McGaw
Democratic • House
Paul M. Santucci
Republican • House
June Speakman
Democratic • House
Tina L. Spears
Democratic • House

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 66 • No: 7

House vote • 6/2/2026

RI INVASIVE PLANT MANAGEMENT ACT PASSAGE