S.3047

Provides amendments to the assessment of filing fees required to appeal from certain matters adjudicated by the district court.

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Introduced Text

Rhode Island S3047 amends the assessment of filing fees for appeals from district court judgments.

Rhode Island S3047 modifies the filing fees for appeals from district court judgments. Specifically, it adjusts the costs associated with appealing civil cases from the district court to the superior court. The bill sets a minimum cost of $25 for these appeals, in addition to a $75 filing fee, which includes a civil case processing fee and a technology surcharge. This change will take effect on January 1, 2027.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

69 Yea

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0 Nay

6 Not Voting

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Calendar

May 28

12:00 AM

Senate Judiciary Consideration

Mar 31

12:00 AM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

History

Jun 26

Senate

Effective without Governor's signature

Jun 18

Senate

Transmitted to Governor

Jun 8

House

House passed in concurrence