S.3275

SENATE RESOLUTION RESPECTFULLY REQUESTING THE JUSTICES OF THE SUPREME COURT TO GIVE A WRITTEN OPINION UPON CERTAIN QUESTIONS OF LAW (Requests that the Supreme Court provide a written opinion on matters related to Senate bill 2026-S 2616 relating to Courts and Civil Procedure -- Procedure Generally -- Causes of Action.)

Introduced·5/8/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island Senate Resolution requests Supreme Court opinion on constitutionality of bill reviving time-barred sexual abuse claims.

This resolution asks the Rhode Island Supreme Court to provide a written opinion on the constitutionality of Senate bill 2026-S 2616, which would revive time-barred civil claims for alleged sexual abuse of minors. The resolution cites concerns about due process, equal protection, and the separation of powers as outlined in the Rhode Island Constitution. The Supreme Court is requested to address whether the bill infringes on individuals' rights and whether it violates the distribution of powers amendment.

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Where it stands

Current
Judiciary Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

D
1
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Senate Committee on Judiciary: Be held for further study

10 Yea

DDDRDDDDRD

0 Nay

1 Absent

D

Calendar

May 14

12:00 AM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

History

May 14

Senate

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

May 8

Senate

Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary

May 8

Senate

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/14/2026)