Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2616: AN ACT RELATING TO COURTS AND CIVIL PROCEDURE -- PROCEDURE GENERALLY -- CAUSES OF ACTION
Enacted Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2616 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on February 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO COURTS AND CIVIL PROCEDURE -- PROCEDURE GENERALLY -- CAUSES OF ACTION. Primary sponsor: Dawn Euer (Democratic), Sam Zurier (Democratic), Lori Urso (Democratic), Lammis Vargas (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic), Bob Britto (Democratic), Alana DiMario (Democratic), Mark McKenney (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 11, 2026): 06/11/2026 Signed by Governor.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Amends what is considered sexual abuse for purposes of limitations on actions based on sexual abuse or exploitation of a child and would amend the provisions for when a cause of action may be brought.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 8
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dawn Euer | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 13 |
| Sam Zurier | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 3 |
| Lori Urso | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 8 |
| Lammis Vargas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 28 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Bob Britto | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 18 |
| Alana DiMario | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 36 |
| Mark McKenney | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 30 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 06/11/2026 Signed by Governor
- 06/08/2026 Transmitted to Governor
- 06/08/2026 House passed Sub A in concurrence
- 06/04/2026 Placed on House Calendar (06/08/2026)
- 06/03/2026 Senate passed Sub A
- 06/03/2026 Placed on Senate Calendar (06/03/2026)
- 06/03/2026 Committee recommends passage of Sub A
- 06/01/2026 Proposed Substitute
- 06/01/2026 Scheduled for consideration (06/03/2026)
- 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