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died · Rhode Island · Senate May 12, 2026

SB 2990: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- ARREST

This bill expands the legal definition of peace officers in Rhode Island to include certain staff members at the state's training school for youth offenders. Specifically, it designates program workers and shift coordinators employed by the Department of Children, Youth and Families as peace officers while they are performing their duties at the training school. Under this change, these individuals would gain the same arrest powers and authority as other designated peace officers during their work hours, but only when actively engaged in their official duties at the facility. The legislation does not alter the roles or responsibilities of these workers beyond granting them temporary peace officer status during their shift.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill expands peace officer authority to include training school staff, enhancing law enforcement capabilities within juvenile justice system and potentially improving safety and accountability.75% confidence
Matt LaMountain (D) Andrew Dimitri (D) John Burke (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate May 12, 2026

SB 2894: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- RHODE ISLAND HOUSING RESOURCES ACT OF 1998

Allows the town of Tiverton to receive a one-half (1/2) credit for affordable housing units for manufactured homes in age restricted communities in conformance with all zoning laws and/or ordinances of the town.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill provides credit for affordable housing units in manufactured home communities, supporting affordable housing development and expansion.75% confidence
Walter Felag (D) Lou DiPalma (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate May 12, 2026

SR 2993: SENATE RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY THE IMPACT AND POTENTIAL ECONOMIC BENEFITS OF BAIL REFORMS ON BLACK RHODE ISLANDERS AND THE STATE

Creates an 11 member commission to analyze the impact and potential economic benefits of bail reforms on Black Rhode Islanders, and would report back by February 5, 2027, and expire on April 5, 2027.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill creates commission to study bail reforms, which aligns with criminal justice reform and improving equity in the justice system for Black Rhode Islanders.75% confidence
Jonathon Acosta (D) Meghan Kallman (D) Tiara Mack (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate May 12, 2026

SB 2981: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- COMPUTER CRIME

Makes it unnecessary to prove that a person's transmission of electronic communications be for the sole purpose of harassment before being found guilty of cyberstalking or cyberharassment.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens cyberstalking laws by removing the 'sole purpose' requirement, enhancing victim protection and law enforcement ability to prosecute digital harassment cases.85% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill lowers threshold for cybercrime convictions, potentially restricting digital communication rights and limiting technology use without requiring proof of malicious intent.75% confidence
Mark McKenney (D) Bridget Valverde (D) Alana DiMario (D) Pam Lauria (D) Melissa Murray (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate May 12, 2026

SB 2984: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT-- CORRECTIONS DEPARTMENT

Repeals 42-56-38.1 and requires the department of corrections to provide free communication services to inmates and juveniles held in residential placement or detention centers and requires that those facilities provide in-person contact visits.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill mandates free communication and in-person visits for inmates, enhancing rehabilitation and family connections, which supports criminal justice reform goals.85% confidence
Bob Britto (D) Jonathon Acosta (D) Meghan Kallman (D) Hanna Gallo (D) Bridget Valverde (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate May 12, 2026

SB 3037: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- DISORDERLY CONDUCT

Prohibits individual who operates a recreational vehicle in a reckless or negligent manner which hinders the movement of other vehicles with a group of 2 more vehicles be guilty of felony, punishable by imprisonment up to 2.5 years and fine up to $2,000.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill criminalizes reckless driving behavior in RVs, strengthening enforcement and public safety within criminal justice framework.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances transportation safety by criminalizing reckless recreational vehicle operation that hinders traffic flow, protecting other road users.75% confidence
Jessica de la Cruz (R) Brian Thompson (D) David Tikoian (D) Pete Appollonio (D) Andrew Dimitri (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate May 12, 2026

SB 2977: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- RESTRICTIVE CONFINEMENT OVERSIGHT ACT

Establishes the restrictive housing oversight committee ("committee") for the purpose of monitoring the use of restrictive housing ("solitary confinement"), as well as disciplinary and administrative confinement at the department of corrections.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill establishes oversight committee for restrictive housing, enhancing accountability and protecting civil rights in corrections.90% confidence
Jonathon Acosta (D) Meghan Kallman (D) Alana DiMario (D) Ana Quezada (D) Tiara Mack (D)
died · Rhode Island · House May 12, 2026

HB 8352: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES -- INSURANCE BENEFITS

Entitles correctional officers with twenty-five (25) years of service and who are at least fifty-five (55) years of age to a non-Medicare-eligible retiree health care insurance benefit.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill provides health insurance benefits to eligible correctional officers, expanding healthcare coverage for a specific group.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill expands health insurance benefits for long-serving correctional officers, strengthening worker benefits and protecting employee welfare.85% confidence
Stephen Casey (D) Joseph Solomon (D) Julie Casimiro (D) Jay Edwards (D) Matthew Dawson (D)
died · Rhode Island · House May 12, 2026

HB 7797: AN ACT RELATING TO PROBATE PRACTICE AND PROCEDURE -- UNCLAIMED INTANGIBLE AND TANGIBLE PROPERTY

This bill funds Rhode Island's Baby Bonds program by allocating $3,000 annually per eligible newborn (born in the prior calendar year) from unclaimed property funds, rather than using taxpayer dollars. It directs the state administrator to set aside this amount from unclaimed intangible/tangible property remittances before depositing remaining funds into the general fund. The program provides financial resources to newborns in Rhode Island through this dedicated funding stream. The law takes effect July 1, 2027.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesFunds Baby Bonds program using unclaimed property funds instead of taxpayer dollars, demonstrating fiscal responsibility without increasing tax burden or general fund usage.90% confidence
Karen Alzate (D) Arthur Handy (D) Brandon Potter (D) Joshua Giraldo (D) Jennifer Stewart (D)
died · Rhode Island · House May 12, 2026

HB 7794: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- THE RHODE ISLAND FAMILY HOME--VISITING ACT

Changes annual reporting requirements for the state’s family home-visiting program and also impacts appropriation and spending of funds in order to access maximum federal funding for these programs.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAdjusts appropriation process to maximize federal funding for family home-visiting programs, ensuring program continuity and increased resources without tax changes.85% confidence
Karen Alzate (D) Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (D) Cherie Cruz (D) Joshua Giraldo (D) Enrique Sanchez (D)
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