Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 139: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- TRESPASS AND VANDALISM
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 139 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on January 31, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- TRESPASS AND VANDALISM. Primary sponsor: Bob Britto (Democratic), Matt LaMountain (Democratic), Walter Felag (Democratic), Sue Sosnowski (Democratic), Jessica de la Cruz (Republican), John Burke (Democratic), Thomas Paolino (Republican), Brian Thompson (Democratic), David Tikoian (Democratic), Lou Raptakis (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 25, 2025): 03/25/2025 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.
Changes the community service requirements of a sentence related to the violation of § 11-44-21.1 relating to defacing private residences, offices, businesses or commercial property.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 8 · Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bob Britto | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 18 |
| Matt LaMountain | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 31 |
| Walter Felag | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 10 |
| Sue Sosnowski | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 37 |
| Jessica de la Cruz | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 23 |
| John Burke | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Thomas Paolino | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 17 |
| Brian Thompson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
| David Tikoian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
| Lou Raptakis | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 33 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/25/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/21/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/25/2025)
- 01/31/2025 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary