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RI H7547
RI H7547Permits victims of stalking to recover for expenses related to relocation or home modification under the crime victim compensation program.
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Introduced
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
In Committee
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This act would permit victims of stalking to recover expenses related to relocation or home modification under the crime victim compensation program, and would remove larceny and the abominable and detestable crime against nature or assault with intent to commit the abominable and detestable crime against nature as compensable offenses. This act would take effect upon passage.
AI Summary
This bill expands the crime victim compensation program to include expenses for victims of stalking, specifically allowing them to receive compensation for relocation or modifications to their homes, though this compensation is limited to emergency situations and does not cover other expenses unless they are also victims of a different compensable crime. Additionally, the bill removes larceny and certain sexual offenses, referred to as "the abominable and detestable crime against nature," from the list of offenses for which victims can receive compensation, and it will become effective immediately upon its passage.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (10)
Jenni Azanero Furtado (D)*,
Karen Alzate (D),
Megan Cotter (D),
Matthew Dawson (D),
Susan Donovan (D),
Rebecca Kislak (D),
Michelle McGaw (D),
Mary Messier (D),
Brandon Potter (D),
Jennifer Stewart (D),
Last Action
Introduced, referred to House Judiciary (on 02/06/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://status.rilegislature.gov/ |
| BillText | https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText26/HouseText26/H7547.pdf |
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