Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2722: AN ACT RELATING TO COURTS AND CIVIL PROCEDURE -- PROCEDURE GENERALLY -- CAUSES OF ACTION
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Plain-language summary
SB 2722 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on February 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO COURTS AND CIVIL PROCEDURE -- PROCEDURE GENERALLY -- CAUSES OF ACTION. Primary sponsor: Todd Patalano (Democratic), Pete Appollonio (Democratic), Sam Bell (Democratic), Jonathon Acosta (Democratic), Stefano Famiglietti (Democratic), Lori Urso (Democratic), Lou DiPalma (Democratic), Bob Britto (Democratic), Lammis Vargas (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 11, 2026): 06/11/2026 Senate read and passed.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Creates a cause of action for the replacement cost of a child restraint system that is in a motor vehicle at the time of a motor vehicle accident.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Todd Patalano | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 26 |
| Pete Appollonio | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 29 |
| Sam Bell | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 5 |
| Jonathon Acosta | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 16 |
| Stefano Famiglietti | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 4 |
| Lori Urso | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 8 |
| Lou DiPalma | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 12 |
| Bob Britto | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 18 |
| Lammis Vargas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 28 |
“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 Senate read and passed
- 06/09/2026 Placed on Senate Calendar (06/11/2026)
- 06/09/2026 Committee recommends passage
- 06/05/2026 Scheduled for consideration (06/09/2026)
- 04/09/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/03/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/09/2026)
- 02/27/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary