S.2159

Requires one elector of the parole board to be a person directly impacted by the criminal justice system who has completed the probation/parole process three (3) or more years prior to selection with a professional background in certain enumerated areas.

Introduced·1/16/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island S2159 mandates that one member of the parole board must be a person directly impacted by the criminal justice system, having completed.

Rhode Island S2159 amends the qualifications for the parole board members. It requires one of the seven electors to be a person directly impacted by the criminal justice system who has completed the probation or parole process at least three years prior. This individual must also have a professional background in areas such as psychology, mental health, substance use, transitional housing, re-entry after incarceration, education, or social work. The bill aims to ensure diverse perspectives and expertise in parole decisions.

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Where it stands

Current
Judiciary Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Senate Committee on Judiciary: Be held for further study

10 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

May 12

12:00 AM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

History

May 12

Senate

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

May 8

Senate

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/12/2026)

Jan 16

Senate

Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary