H8350

Clarifies the right of the public to have access to bulk electronic data processing records, compilations of electronic court records, including the Rhode Island adult criminal database and the Rhode Island traffic tribunal database extract.

Introduced·3/25/26
Introduced Text

Clarifies public access to bulk electronic data processing records and electronic court records in Rhode Island.

This bill clarifies the right of the public to access bulk electronic data processing records and compilations of electronic court records, including the Rhode Island adult criminal database and the Rhode Island traffic tribunal database extract. It specifies that such records are not considered public if their disclosure could interfere with criminal investigations, compromise personal privacy, or endanger individuals. The bill takes effect upon passage.

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Where it stands

Current
State Government & Elections Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

D
1
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Mar 31

12:00 AM

House State Government & Elections Hearing

History

Mar 31

House

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Mar 27

House

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/31/2026)

Mar 25

House

Introduced, referred to House State Government & Elections