H7134Introduced in the House
Establishes Rhode Island First Step program requiring DOC to assist offenders with reintegration into society, counseling, medical care, education, early sentence termination or pre-release confinement for elderly and terminally ill offenders.
Introduced by John Lombardi, District 8
What does this bill do?
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Official description
CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- THE RHODE ISLAND FIRST STEP ACT - Establishes Rhode Island First Step program requiring DOC to assist offenders with reintegration into society, counseling, medical care, education, early sentence termination or pre-release confinement for elderly and terminally ill offenders.
Where it stands
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
April 2, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.
Bill history
Introduced, referred to House Judiciary
Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/02/2026)
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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