Rhode IslandH76662026 Regular SessionHouse

AN ACT RELATING TO SOLEMNIZATION OF MARRIAGES .

Sponsored By: Michael Chippendale (Republican)

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.

Paul J. Rao can officiate one wedding in Foster

The law authorizes Paul J. Rao to officiate the marriage of Spencer Rao and Michaela Smith. The ceremony must be in the Town of Foster, Rhode Island. It must happen on or about June 20, 2026. This approval is only for that one wedding. He must follow Rhode Island marriage law (Chapter 3 of Title 15).

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

Michael Chippendale
Republican • House

Cosponsors

Brian C. Newberry
Republican • House
David J. Place
Republican • House
Paul M. Santucci
Republican • House

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 69 • No: 0

House vote • 3/24/2026

SOLEMNIZATION OF MARRIAGES PASSAGE