Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 8463: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- ARREST
Enacted Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 8463 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on April 17, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- ARREST. Primary sponsor: Megan Cotter (Democratic), Paul Santucci (Republican), Dick Fascia (Republican), Bill O'Brien (Democratic), Doc Corvese (Democratic), Stephen Casey (Democratic), Mike Chippendale (Republican), Jon Brien (Independent), Tom Noret (Democratic), Earl Read (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.
Makes it unlawful for a person in the custody of the department of corrections to use any force or weapon to resist a lawful request or directive.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6 · Independent 1 · Republican 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Megan Cotter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 39 |
| Paul Santucci | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 53 |
| Dick Fascia | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 42 |
| Bill O'Brien | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 54 |
| Doc Corvese | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 55 |
| Stephen Casey | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 50 |
| Mike Chippendale | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 40 |
| Jon Brien | Primary sponsor | Independent | House | 49 |
| Tom Noret | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 25 |
| Earl Read | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 26 |
“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 in concurrence
- 06/11/2026 Placed on Senate Calendar (06/11/2026)
- 06/10/2026 House passed Sub A
- 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)
- 04/30/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/24/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/30/2026)
- 04/17/2026 Introduced, referred to House Judiciary