Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2162: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- SENTENCE AND EXECUTION
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2162 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on January 16, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- SENTENCE AND EXECUTION. Primary sponsor: Lori Urso (Democratic), Pam Lauria (Democratic), Alana DiMario (Democratic), Lammis Vargas (Democratic), Ana Quezada (Democratic), Jonathon Acosta (Democratic), Tiara Mack (Democratic), Bridget Valverde (Democratic), Sam Zurier (Democratic), Meghan Kallman (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 10, 2026): 03/10/2026 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 the courts to consider the parental status of the defendant at the time of sentencing and allows the defendant to present a family impact statement, including testimony, videos and documents relative to their parental status.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lori Urso | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 8 |
| Pam Lauria | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
| Alana DiMario | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 36 |
| Lammis Vargas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 28 |
| Ana Quezada | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 2 |
| Jonathon Acosta | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 16 |
| Tiara Mack | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 6 |
| Bridget Valverde | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 35 |
| Sam Zurier | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 3 |
| 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
- 03/10/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/06/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/10/2026)
- 01/16/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary