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RI S2159
RI S2159Requires one elector of the parole board to be a person directly impacted by the criminal justice system who has completed the probation/parole process three (3) or more years prior to selection with a professional background in certain enumerated areas.
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Introduced
01/16/2026
01/16/2026
In Committee
01/16/2026
01/16/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This act would require one elector of the parole board to be a person directly impacted by the criminal justice system who has completed the probation/parole process three (3) or more years prior to selection with a professional background in certain enumerated areas. This act would take effect upon passage.
AI Summary
This bill amends existing law regarding the qualifications for members of the parole board, which is a group that makes decisions about releasing individuals from prison early. Specifically, it adds a requirement that one of the seven board members must be a person who has personally experienced the criminal justice system, meaning they were formerly incarcerated or directly impacted by it, and has successfully completed their probation or parole at least three years before being selected for the board. This individual must also have professional experience in areas such as psychology, mental health and substance use treatment, housing assistance for those transitioning out of prison, programs that help formerly incarcerated individuals reintegrate into society, education, or law. The bill also states that it will become effective immediately upon being passed.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (10)
Meghan Kallman (D)*,
Alana DiMario (D),
Pam Lauria (D),
Tiara Mack (D),
Ryan Pearson (D),
Ana Quezada (D),
Brian Thompson (D),
David Tikoian (D),
Lori Urso (D),
Lammis Vargas (D),
Last Action
Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary (on 01/16/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://status.rilegislature.gov/ |
| BillText | https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText26/SenateText26/S2159.pdf |
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