Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2046: 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
SB 2046 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on January 9, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO DELINQUENT AND DEPENDENT CHILDREN -- PROCEEDINGS IN FAMILY COURT. Primary sponsor: Melissa Murray (Democratic), Lammis Vargas (Democratic), Bridget Valverde (Democratic), Ana Quezada (Democratic), Alana DiMario (Democratic), Tiara Mack (Democratic), Hanna Gallo (Democratic), Jonathon Acosta (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 19, 2026): 05/19/2026 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 family court from detaining or committing any youth,12 years or younger, to training school, for any offense other than murder, first degree sexual assault, or an attempt to commit such offenses there is no other reasonable placement.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 8
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Lammis Vargas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 28 |
| Bridget Valverde | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 35 |
| Ana Quezada | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 2 |
| Alana DiMario | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 36 |
| Tiara Mack | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 6 |
| Hanna Gallo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 27 |
| Jonathon Acosta | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 16 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/19/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/15/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/19/2026)
- 01/09/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary