Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 3197: AN ACT RELATING TO COURTS AND CIVIL PROCEDURE -- PROCEDURE GENERALLY -- CAUSE OF ACTION
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 3197 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on April 3, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO COURTS AND CIVIL PROCEDURE -- PROCEDURE GENERALLY -- CAUSE OF ACTION. Primary sponsor: Brian Thompson (Democratic), Pete Appollonio (Democratic), Stefano Famiglietti (Democratic), Matt LaMountain (Democratic), Todd Patalano (Democratic), Andrew Dimitri (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 16, 2026): 04/16/2026 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 a signed release to be transmitted to the party responsible for paying the settlement or their attorney by electronic means.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Thompson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
| Pete Appollonio | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 29 |
| Stefano Famiglietti | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 4 |
| Matt LaMountain | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 31 |
| Todd Patalano | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 26 |
| Andrew Dimitri | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 25 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/16/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/10/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/16/2026)
- 04/03/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary