Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2159: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINALS -- CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTIONS -- PAROLE
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2159 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on January 16, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINALS -- CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTIONS -- PAROLE. Primary sponsor: Brian Thompson (Democratic), Lori Urso (Democratic), Ryan Pearson (Democratic), David Tikoian (Democratic), Alana DiMario (Democratic), Lammis Vargas (Democratic), Pam Lauria (Democratic), Ana Quezada (Democratic), Tiara Mack (Democratic), Meghan Kallman (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 12, 2026): 05/12/2026 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.
Requires one elector of the parole board to be a person directly impacted by the criminal justice system who has completed the probation/parole process three (3) or more years prior to selection with a professional background in certain enumerated areas.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Thompson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
| Lori Urso | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 8 |
| Ryan Pearson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 19 |
| David Tikoian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
| Alana DiMario | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 36 |
| Lammis Vargas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 28 |
| Pam Lauria | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
| Ana Quezada | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 2 |
| Tiara Mack | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 6 |
| 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
- 05/12/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/08/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/12/2026)
- 01/16/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary