Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 8156: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- DOMESTIC VIOLENCE PREVENTION ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 8156 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- DOMESTIC VIOLENCE PREVENTION ACT. Primary sponsor: Raymond Hull (Democratic), Rebecca Kislak (Democratic), Jennifer Stewart (Democratic), Susan Donovan (Democratic), Terri Cortvriend (Democratic), Jenni Furtado (Democratic), Jennifer Boylan (Democratic), Karen Alzate (Democratic), Casimiro, Teresa Tanzi (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 14, 2026): 05/14/2026 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.
Creates the Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Survivor Services Fund in Rhode Island to provide state funding for nonprofit organizations that deliver direct services to survivors of domestic violence.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raymond Hull | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 6 |
| Rebecca Kislak | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| Jennifer Stewart | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 59 |
| Susan Donovan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 69 |
| Terri Cortvriend | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 72 |
| Jenni Furtado | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 64 |
| Jennifer Boylan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 66 |
| Karen Alzate | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 60 |
| Casimiro | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Teresa Tanzi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 34 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/14/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/08/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/14/2026)
- 02/27/2026 Introduced, referred to House Finance