Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2488: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- BAIL BOND AGENTS AND BAIL BOND RECOVERY AGENTS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2488 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on February 6, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- BAIL BOND AGENTS AND BAIL BOND RECOVERY AGENTS. Primary sponsor: Lou DiPalma (Democratic), Val Lawson (Democratic), Walter Felag (Democratic), Mark McKenney (Democratic), Dawn Euer (Democratic), Lammis Vargas (Democratic), Jonathon Acosta (Democratic), Tiara Mack (Democratic), Frank Ciccone (Democratic), Meghan Kallman (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 5, 2026): 05/05/2026 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 bail bond agents and bail bond recovery agents from engaging in civil immigration enforcement, define such conduct as unprofessional, and subject violators to professional discipline under Rhode Island law.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lou DiPalma | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 12 |
| Val Lawson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 14 |
| Walter Felag | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 10 |
| Mark McKenney | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 30 |
| Dawn Euer | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 13 |
| Lammis Vargas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 28 |
| Jonathon Acosta | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 16 |
| Tiara Mack | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 6 |
| Frank Ciccone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 7 |
| 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
- 05/05/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/01/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/05/2026)
- 02/06/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary