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RI H7154
RI H7154Amends the definition of public record to exempt from public disclosure the city or town of residence of the justices, judges, and magistrates of the unified judicial system.
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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 amend the definition of public record to exempt from public disclosure the city or town of residence of the justices, judges, and magistrates of the unified judicial system. This act would take effect upon passage.
AI Summary
This bill amends the definition of "public record" under Rhode Island's Access to Public Records Act to exempt the city or town of residence of justices, judges, and magistrates of the unified judicial system from public disclosure, meaning this personal information will no longer be accessible to the public. The unified judicial system refers to the state's court system, and the bill specifically targets the residential location of its highest-ranking legal officials. This change is intended to take effect immediately upon its passage into law.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (6)
Jay Edwards (D)*,
David Bennett (D),
Doc Corvese (D),
Rebecca Kislak (D),
Brandon Potter (D),
Evan Shanley (D),
Last Action
Introduced, referred to House State Government & Elections (on 01/16/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://status.rilegislature.gov/ |
| BillText | https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText26/HouseText26/H7154.pdf |
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