Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2316: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- ASSAULTS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2316 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 OFFENSES -- ASSAULTS. Primary sponsor: Todd Patalano (Democratic), Pete Appollonio (Democratic), Lou Raptakis (Democratic), Brian Thompson (Democratic), Stefano Famiglietti (Democratic), Andrew Dimitri (Democratic), John Burke (Democratic), Hanna Gallo (Democratic), Matt LaMountain (Democratic), David Tikoian (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.
Makes an assault upon a sports official during and in the course of their official duties a felony.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Todd Patalano | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 26 |
| Pete Appollonio | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 29 |
| Lou Raptakis | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 33 |
| Brian Thompson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
| Stefano Famiglietti | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 4 |
| Andrew Dimitri | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 25 |
| John Burke | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Hanna Gallo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 27 |
| Matt LaMountain | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 31 |
| David Tikoian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
“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)
- 01/23/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary