Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2196: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- DIGITAL ASSET KEYS--PROHIBITION OF PRODUCTION OF PRIVATE KEYS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2196 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on January 23, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- DIGITAL ASSET KEYS--PROHIBITION OF PRODUCTION OF PRIVATE KEYS. Primary sponsor: Sam Zurier (Democratic), Thomas Paolino (Republican), Lori Urso (Democratic), John Burke (Democratic), Victoria Gu (Democratic), Lou DiPalma (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 7, 2026): 04/07/2026 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 the compelled production of a private key as it relates to a digital asset, digital identity or other interest or right.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 5 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sam Zurier | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 3 |
| Thomas Paolino | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 17 |
| Lori Urso | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 8 |
| John Burke | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Victoria Gu | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 38 |
| Lou DiPalma | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 12 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/07/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/03/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/07/2026)
- 01/23/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Artificial Intelligence & Emerging Technol