Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2297: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- INDICTMENTS, INFORMATIONS AND COMPLAINTS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2297 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on January 23, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- INDICTMENTS, INFORMATIONS AND COMPLAINTS. Primary sponsor: Lou Raptakis (Democratic), Jessica de la Cruz (Republican), Gordon Rogers (Republican). Most recent recorded action (April 30, 2026): 04/30/2026 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.
Provides for a 10 year statute of limitations for the violation of second degree sexual assault.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1 · Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lou Raptakis | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 33 |
| Jessica de la Cruz | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 23 |
| Gordon Rogers | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 21 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/30/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/24/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/30/2026)
- 01/23/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary