Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 8090: AN ACT RELATING TO DELINQUENT AND DEPENDENT CHILDREN -- PROCEEDINGS IN FAMILY COURT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 8090 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO DELINQUENT AND DEPENDENT CHILDREN -- PROCEEDINGS IN FAMILY COURT. Primary sponsor: Joshua Giraldo (Democratic), David Morales (Democratic), Megan Cotter (Democratic), Jose Batista (Democratic), Jennifer Stewart (Democratic), Rebecca Kislak (Democratic), Brandon Potter (Democratic), Edith Ajello (Democratic), Arthur Handy (Democratic), Cherie Cruz (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 16, 2026): 04/16/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Prohibits a peace officer, as defined in § 12-7-21, from employing threats, physical harm, deprivation, deception, coercion, or psychologically manipulative interrogation tactics during the custodial interrogation of a juvenile.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joshua Giraldo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 56 |
| David Morales | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 7 |
| Megan Cotter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 39 |
| Jose Batista | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 12 |
| Jennifer Stewart | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 59 |
| Rebecca Kislak | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Edith Ajello | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 1 |
| Arthur Handy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 18 |
| Cherie Cruz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 58 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/16/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/10/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/16/2026)
- 02/27/2026 Introduced, referred to House Judiciary