Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2638: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- IDENTITY THEFT PROTECTION ACT OF 2015
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Plain-language summary
SB 2638 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on February 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- IDENTITY THEFT PROTECTION ACT OF 2015. Primary sponsor: John Burke (Democratic), Lammis Vargas (Democratic), Thomas Paolino (Republican), Lou DiPalma (Democratic), Lori Urso (Democratic), Sam Zurier (Democratic), Victoria Gu (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 4, 2026): 06/04/2026 Referred to House Judiciary.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Amends the Identity Theft Protection Act by eliminating current definitions and establishing new definitions. This act also raises the penalty provisions for violations.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Burke | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Lammis Vargas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 28 |
| Thomas Paolino | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 17 |
| Lou DiPalma | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 12 |
| Lori Urso | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 8 |
| Sam Zurier | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 3 |
| Victoria Gu | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 38 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 06/04/2026 Referred to House Judiciary
- 06/03/2026 Senate passed Sub A as amended (floor amendment)
- 05/29/2026 Placed on Senate Calendar (06/03/2026)
- 05/28/2026 Committee recommends passage of Sub A
- 05/27/2026 Proposed Substitute
- 05/26/2026 Scheduled for consideration (05/28/2026)
- 03/31/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/27/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/31/2026)
- 02/27/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Artificial Intelligence & Emerging Technol