Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2045: 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
SB 2045 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on January 9, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- PROTECT OUR COURTS ACT. Primary sponsor: Jonathon Acosta (Democratic), Ana Quezada (Democratic), Tiara Mack (Democratic), Mark McKenney (Democratic), Sam Zurier (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic), Frank Ciccone (Democratic), Jake Bissaillon (Democratic), Dawn Euer (Democratic), Meghan Kallman (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jonathon Acosta | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 16 |
| Ana Quezada | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 2 |
| Tiara Mack | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 6 |
| Mark McKenney | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 30 |
| Sam Zurier | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 3 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Frank Ciccone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 7 |
| Jake Bissaillon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 1 |
| Dawn Euer | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 13 |
| Meghan Kallman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 15 |
“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 House passed Sub A as amended in concurrence
- 06/11/2026 Placed on House Calendar (06/11/2026)
- 06/11/2026 Senate passed Sub A as amended (floor amendment)
- 06/11/2026 Senate voted to reconsider
- 06/11/2026 Senate passed Sub A as amended (floor amendment)
- 06/04/2026 Placed on Senate Calendar (06/11/2026)
- 06/02/2026 Committee recommends passage of Sub A
- 06/01/2026 Proposed Substitute
- 05/30/2026 Scheduled for consideration (06/02/2026)
- 05/05/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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