Rhode Island Senate Resolution requests Supreme Court opinion on constitutionality of bill reviving time-barred sexual abuse claims.

This resolution asks the Rhode Island Supreme Court to provide a written opinion on the constitutionality of Senate bill 2026-S 2616, which would revive time-barred civil claims for alleged sexual abuse of minors. The resolution cites concerns about due process, equal protection, and the separation of powers as outlined in the Rhode Island Constitution. The Supreme Court is requested to address whether the bill infringes on individuals' rights and whether it violates the distribution of powers amendment.

Rhode Island Senate Resolution requests Supreme Court opinion on constitutionality of bill reviving time-barred sexual abuse claims.

This resolution asks the Rhode Island Supreme Court to provide a written opinion on the constitutionality of Senate bill 2026-S 2616, which would revive time-barred civil claims for alleged sexual abuse of minors. The resolution cites concerns about due process, equal protection, and the separation of powers as outlined in the Rhode Island Constitution. The Supreme Court is requested to address whether the bill infringes on individuals' rights and whether it violates the distribution of powers amendment.