Immigration

died · Rhode Island · Senate May 5, 2026

SR 2707: JOINT RESOLUTION CREATING THE IMMIGRANT IMPACT TASK FORCE

Creates an 11-member task force to track and oversee immigration enforcement and support actions in Rhode Island, and who would report back to the General Assembly House no later than January 5, 2027, and whose life would expire on March 5, 2027.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationCreates task force to oversee immigration enforcement and support actions, indicating proactive support for immigrant services and oversight, aligning with 'protect' and 'support' indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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died · Rhode Island · Senate May 5, 2026

SR 2252: JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $75,000 FOR THE JEWISH COLLABORATIVE SERVICES

This bill (SR 2252) is a joint resolution appropriating $75,000 from the state treasury to Jewish Collaborative Services (JCS) for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The funds will support JCS’s existing programs providing culturally specific services, including food assistance (like Rhode Island’s only kosher pantry), senior meals, housing support, and resources for underserved groups such as low-income families, immigrants, seniors, and people with disabilities. The resolution directly affects JCS, which serves all Rhode Islanders in need regardless of religion, and aims to sustain their community-wide support services. This is a funding allocation, not a new policy, with no additional requirements or changes to existing laws.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $75,000 from state treasury to fund JCS's essential services for underserved groups, directly advancing government spending on public programs.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingFunds housing support services via JCS, explicitly listed in summary as a program beneficiary, aligning with funding housing programs indicator.90% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill funds JCS services explicitly supporting immigrants as a targeted group, including housing and food assistance for underserved communities.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations

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died · Rhode Island · House May 12, 2026

HB 7389: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- THE SUPPORT AND ACCESS TO BILINGUAL EDUCATION ACT

Appropriates nine hundred and fifty thousand dollars ($950,000) to establish a bilingual education support fund within the department of elementary and secondary education and provides for implementation of support and access to bilingual education.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $950,000 from state budget to fund bilingual education program, directly increasing public education funding allocation.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAppropriates $950,000 for bilingual education support fund, directly advancing educational access and funding for K-12 programs as per bill title and summary.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationFunds bilingual education, a key service for immigrant students' educational access, aligning with 'provides immigrant services' indicator.85% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget

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signed · Rhode Island · House Jun 22, 2026

HB 7434: AN ACT RELATING TO ELECTIONS -- CONDUCT OF ELECTION AND VOTING EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES

This bill prohibits ICE employees, agents, or officials from being within 200 feet of any polling place during voting hours. It directly affects ICE personnel by restricting their presence near voting locations during elections. The key provision adds a new section to election law creating a 200-foot buffer zone around polling places to prevent potential interference. The bill takes effect upon passage and does not alter voting procedures or eligibility.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationRestricts ICE presence near polling places, preventing voter intimidation and protecting immigrant voting rights per bill's buffer zone provision.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Enforcement

died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 7, 2026

SB 2119: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- OFFICE OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

Provides that the EOHHS, through Emergency Medicaid, cover dialysis for the treatment of end stage renal disease ("ESRD") and kidney transplants for RI residents who do not qualify for full Medicaid under federal law due to their immigration status.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands Medicaid coverage for dialysis/kidney transplants for non-qualifying residents, improving access to critical ESRD treatment.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationProvides state-funded dialysis/kidney transplant coverage for non-Medicaid-eligible immigrants under EOHHS emergency program, directly addressing immigration status barriers to healthcare access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicaid

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died · Rhode Island · House Mar 4, 2026

HB 7436: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- DETENTION FOR FEDERAL CIVIL IMMIGRATION VIOLATIONS

Prohibits state and municipal officials or body from entering into and renewing any agreements that will be used to detain individuals for federal civil immigration violations.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProhibits state cooperation with federal immigration detainers, reducing unjust incarceration and protecting civil rights in criminal justice context.90% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationProhibits state/municipal agreements for detaining individuals for federal immigration violations, limiting state enforcement collaboration with federal immigration authorities.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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died · Rhode Island · House Mar 4, 2026

HB 7439: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS’ DUE PROCESS, ACCOUNTABILITY, AND TRANSPARENCY ACT -- ICE OUT ACT

Prohibits law enforcement agencies from hiring individuals who was hired as a sworn officer of the US Immigration and Customs enforcement Agency on or after January 20, 2025 and would apply prospectively to an individual hired on or after October 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProhibits hiring ICE officers to enhance law enforcement accountability and transparency, aligning with criminal justice reform indicators.95% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationProhibits state hiring of ICE officers, limiting state cooperation with federal immigration enforcement95% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Policing Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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died · Rhode Island · House Mar 4, 2026

HR 7077: HOUSE RESOLUTION CONDEMNING UNCONSTITUTIONAL TACTICS BY U.S. IMMIGRATION AND CUSTOMS ENFORCEMENT IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND AND BEYOND

This resolution (HR 7077) is a non-binding statement by the Rhode Island House of Representatives condemning specific immigration enforcement tactics used by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). It specifically criticizes ICE's use of unmarked vehicles, plain clothes, and concealment of agents' identities during operations in Rhode Island and nationwide, which the resolution claims create community fear and undermine trust. The resolution opposes future "mass immigration raids" and "fear tactics," affirming the state's commitment to protecting all residents' rights regardless of immigration status. It directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies to the Governor, Attorney General, Senate, and all municipal councils. As a symbolic resolution, it does not change laws or directly affect individuals.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationCondemns ICE tactics causing community fear, opposes mass raids, and aims to protect immigrant trust - aligns with protecting immigrant rights and limiting harmful enforcement.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licenses & IDs Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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died · Rhode Island · Senate May 5, 2026

SB 2278: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- DETENTION FOR FEDERAL CIVIL IMMIGRATION VIOLATIONS

Prohibits state and municipal officials or body from entering into and renewing any agreements that will be used to detain individuals for federal civil immigration violations.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationProhibits state/municipal cooperation with federal immigration detentions, aligning with 'limits cooperation with federal enforcement' indicator.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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