Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2596: AN ACT RELATING TO DOMESTIC RELATIONS -- ADOPTION OF CHILDREN
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2596 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on February 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO DOMESTIC RELATIONS -- ADOPTION OF CHILDREN. Primary sponsor: Jake Bissaillon (Democratic), David Tikoian (Democratic), Matt LaMountain (Democratic), Alana DiMario (Democratic), Andrew Dimitri (Democratic), Lou Raptakis (Democratic), Todd Patalano (Democratic), Ryan Pearson (Democratic), John Burke (Democratic), Brian Thompson (Democratic). 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.
Establishes the rights of adoptive/foster children or those in guardianship, to have post-separation visitation with their sibling(s).
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jake Bissaillon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 1 |
| David Tikoian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
| Matt LaMountain | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 31 |
| Alana DiMario | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 36 |
| Andrew Dimitri | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 25 |
| Lou Raptakis | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 33 |
| Todd Patalano | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 26 |
| Ryan Pearson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 19 |
| John Burke | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Brian Thompson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
“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)
- 02/13/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary