Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 3109: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- COUNTY GRAND JURIES
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 3109 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on March 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- COUNTY GRAND JURIES. Primary sponsor: Victoria Gu (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic), Sam Zurier (Democratic), Sue Sosnowski (Democratic), Bob Britto (Democratic), Mark McKenney (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 28, 2026): 05/28/2026 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.
Permits grand juries to issue reports and provides for a process for review and acceptance by the superior court for dissemination to the public.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Gu | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 38 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Sam Zurier | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 3 |
| Sue Sosnowski | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 37 |
| Bob Britto | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 18 |
| 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
- 05/28/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/26/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/28/2026)
- 03/13/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary