Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7360: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- PROTECT OUR COURTS ACT
Enacted Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7360 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 28, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- PROTECT OUR COURTS ACT. Primary sponsor: Brandon Potter (Democratic), Grace Diaz (Democratic), Carol McEntee (Democratic), David Morales (Democratic), Teresa Tanzi (Democratic), Leo Felix (Democratic), Cherie Cruz (Democratic), June Speakman (Democratic), Jason Knight (Democratic), Jose Batista (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 22, 2026): 06/22/2026 Signed by Governor.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Protects people attending Rhode Island court proceedings from civil arrest without a judicial warrant, ensures court access, sets enforcement rules, and provides remedies for violations.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Grace Diaz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 11 |
| Carol McEntee | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 33 |
| David Morales | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 7 |
| Teresa Tanzi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 34 |
| Leo Felix | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 61 |
| Cherie Cruz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 58 |
| June Speakman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 68 |
| Jason Knight | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 67 |
| Jose Batista | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 12 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 06/22/2026 Signed by Governor
- 06/18/2026 Transmitted to Governor
- 06/11/2026 Senate passed Sub A as amended in concurrence
- 06/11/2026 Placed on Senate Calendar (06/11/2026)
- 06/10/2026 House passed Sub A as amended (floor amendment)
- 06/08/2026 Placed on House Calendar (06/10/2026)
- 06/08/2026 Committee recommends passage of Sub A
- 06/06/2026 Proposed Substitute
- 06/06/2026 Scheduled for consideration (06/08/2026)
- 03/04/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 02/27/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/04/2026)
- 01/28/2026 Introduced, referred to House Judiciary