Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2485: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY - PARENTS' BILL OF RIGHTS ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2485 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on February 6, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY - PARENTS' BILL OF RIGHTS ACT. Primary sponsor: Jessica de la Cruz (Republican), Gordon Rogers (Republican), Elaine Morgan (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 6, 2026): 02/06/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary.
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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 parents' bill of rights related to the health, education and welfare of their minor children.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jessica de la Cruz | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 23 |
| Gordon Rogers | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 21 |
| Elaine Morgan | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 34 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 02/06/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary