Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

SB 2159: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINALS -- CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTIONS -- PAROLE

In committee Last action May 12, 2026: 05/12/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Plain-language summary

SB 2159 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on January 16, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINALS -- CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTIONS -- PAROLE. Primary sponsor: Brian Thompson (Democratic), Lori Urso (Democratic), Ryan Pearson (Democratic), David Tikoian (Democratic), Alana DiMario (Democratic), Lammis Vargas (Democratic), Pam Lauria (Democratic), Ana Quezada (Democratic), Tiara Mack (Democratic), Meghan Kallman (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 12, 2026): 05/12/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Brian Thompson (Democratic); Lori Urso (Democratic); Ryan Pearson (Democratic); David Tikoian (Democratic); and 6 more.