Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 562: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- SEXUAL ASSAULT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 562 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on February 26, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- SEXUAL ASSAULT. Primary sponsor: Elaine Morgan (Republican), Jessica de la Cruz (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 25, 2025): 03/25/2025 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.
Increases minimum sentence for first degree sexual assault and provides first 10 years of a sentence for first degree sexual assault not be subject to a suspension or deferment of sentence.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elaine Morgan | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 34 |
| Jessica de la Cruz | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 23 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/25/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/21/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/25/2025)
- 02/26/2025 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary