H8045

Requires that the chief judge of the family court in appointing magistrates do so in accordance with the judicial selection and nomination process set forth in chapter 16.1 of title 8.

Introduced·2/27/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island H8045 mandates the family court's chief judge to appoint magistrates following the judicial selection and nomination process.

Rhode Island H8045 requires the chief judge of the family court to appoint magistrates according to the judicial selection and nomination process outlined in chapter 16.1 of title 8. This bill mandates that the appointment process includes the advice and consent of the senate. Magistrates, who assist the court in various proceedings, will have their powers and duties prescribed in their appointment order. This act takes effect upon passage.

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Where it stands

Current
Judiciary Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Calendar

Apr 9

12:00 AM

House Judiciary Hearing

History

Apr 9

House

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Apr 3

House

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/09/2026)

Feb 27

House

Introduced, referred to House Judiciary