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RI H7280
RI H7280Creates a 10 member bail task force to study the need of monetary conditions of bail and to consider other methods for ensuring an accused’s appearance in court, enhance public safety and honor the presumption of innocence and to file report by 1/1/2028.
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Introduced
01/23/2026
01/23/2026
In Committee
01/23/2026
01/23/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This act would create a ten (10) member bail task force to study the need of monetary conditions of bail and to consider other methods for ensuring an accused’s appearance in court, enhance public safety and honor the presumption of innocence and to file a report by January 1, 2028. This act would take effect upon passage.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a ten-member bail task force, chaired by the Chief Justice of the Rhode Island Supreme Court and co-chaired by the Attorney General and the Public Defender, to study the current use of monetary conditions for bail and explore alternative methods that ensure an accused person's appearance in court, improve public safety, and uphold the presumption of innocence. The task force, which includes representatives from various legal and community organizations, will consider testimony, data, and expert opinions to recommend changes to Rhode Island's bail laws, court rules, procedures, and practices, with a particular focus on alternatives like increased use of summons, home confinement, risk assessment tools, and community bail funds. They are required to submit a final report with their recommendations by January 1, 2028, and a supplemental report by May 1, 2030, after which the task force will dissolve on July 1, 2030, with the entire act taking effect upon its passage.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (10)
David Place (R)*,
Edith Ajello (D),
Jon Brien (I),
Cherie Cruz (D),
Leo Felix (D),
Raymond Hull (D),
John Lombardi (D),
Brian Newberry (R),
Brandon Potter (D),
Teresa Tanzi (D),
Last Action
Introduced, referred to House Judiciary (on 01/23/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://status.rilegislature.gov/ |
| BillText | https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText26/HouseText26/H7280.pdf |
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