Bill
Bill > H7583
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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 increase fees paid to jurors to fifty dollars ($50.00) per day. This act would take effect upon passage.
AI Summary
This bill, by amending Section 9-29-5 of the General Laws, increases the daily fee paid to both grand and petit jurors for their attendance in superior court from twenty-five dollars ($25.00) to fifty dollars ($50.00), with this change set to take effect on July 1, 2026. The bill also includes a provision allowing jurors to voluntarily donate their jury fees to the state, with such donations being directed to the Rhode Island Veterans Home Community Living Center, and states that the General Assembly will annually allocate funds to cover these increased costs.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, referred to House Finance (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/H7583.pdf |
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