S.2952

Requires police commission on standards/training to provide training/instructions for police detectives/officers/trainees to deal with traumatized youth resulting from incidents requiring a law enforcement response.

Introduced·3/4/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island S2952 mandates police training on handling interactions with traumatized youth.

Rhode Island S2952 requires the police commission on standards and training to develop mandatory training for police detectives, officers, and trainees. The training focuses on identifying and responding to incidents involving traumatized youth. It includes recognizing signs and symptoms of trauma, de-escalation strategies, and utilizing community-based resources. Training materials may include presentations from trauma experts, videos, and webinars from various agencies. This act aims to improve law enforcement responses to youth suffering from trauma.

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Where it stands

Current
Judiciary Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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10
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Senate Committee on Judiciary: Be held for further study

9 Yea

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0 Nay

1 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 2

12:00 AM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

History

Apr 2

Senate

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Mar 27

Senate

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/02/2026)

Mar 4

Senate

Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary