S.2405

Enlarges definitions of prohibited acts that constitute hazing, make principals, coaches, athletic directors and others responsible for knowingly failing to take reasonable measures to prevent hazing and punishes serious injury.

Introduced·1/30/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island S2405 expands definitions of hazing, holds school officials accountable for failing to prevent hazing, and increases penalties for.

Rhode Island S2405 amends the state's hazing laws by expanding the definition of prohibited acts that constitute hazing. The bill also holds principals, coaches, athletic directors, and other school officials accountable for knowingly failing to take reasonable measures to prevent hazing. Those found guilty face fines and imprisonment. The bill increases penalties for hazing and for causing serious injury through hazing, including up to ten years in prison. The act takes effect upon passage.

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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 30

Senate

Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary