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RI H5349
RI H5349Provides an exemption for certain incarcerated persons from the payment of fees for a first request for vital statistics from the department of health.
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Introduced
02/07/2025
02/07/2025
In Committee
04/22/2025
04/22/2025
Crossed Over
06/12/2025
06/12/2025
Passed
06/24/2025
06/24/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
06/24/2025
06/24/2025
Introduced Session
2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This act would provide an exemption for certain incarcerated persons from the payment of fees for a first request for vital statistics from the department of health. This act would take effect upon passage.
AI Summary
This bill amends Chapter 23-3 of the Rhode Island General Laws to provide a fee exemption for incarcerated individuals who are preparing to be released from prison and seeking their first vital statistics record from the Department of Health. Specifically, the bill ensures that when an incarcerated person requests a copy of their personal vital records (such as birth certificates, which can be crucial for re-entering society and obtaining employment or identification), they will not be charged a fee for that initial request. This provision aims to reduce financial barriers for individuals transitioning out of incarceration by helping them more easily obtain important personal documentation without additional cost. The bill will take effect immediately upon its passage, allowing for prompt implementation of the fee exemption for eligible incarcerated persons.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (10)
Leo Felix (D)*,
Edith Ajello (D),
Jose Batista (D),
Robert Craven (D),
Cherie Cruz (D),
Matthew Dawson (D),
Jason Knight (D),
Carol McEntee (D),
David Place (R),
Brandon Potter (D),
Last Action
Signed by Governor (on 06/24/2025)
Official Document
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://status.rilegislature.gov/ |
BillText | https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText25/HouseText25/H5349.pdf |
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