S.2616

Amends what is considered sexual abuse for purposes of limitations on actions based on sexual abuse or exploitation of a child and would amend the provisions for when a cause of action may be brought.

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Rhode Island S2616 amends the definition of sexual abuse and extends the statute of limitations for actions based on sexual abuse or exploitation of.

Rhode Island S2616 amends the definition of sexual abuse to include conduct that caused or contributed to sexual abuse, including negligent supervision. It extends the statute of limitations for actions based on sexual abuse or exploitation of a child. Claims against a perpetrator defendant can be brought within 35 years of the act or seven years from the time the victim discovered or reasonably should have discovered the injury.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

69 Yea

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4 Nay

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2 Not Voting

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Calendar

Jun 3

12:00 AM

Senate Judiciary Consideration

Apr 30

12:00 AM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

History

Jun 11

Senate

Signed by Governor

Jun 8

House

House passed Sub A in concurrence

Jun 8

Senate

Transmitted to Governor