S2605Introduced in the Senate
Creates the Rhode Island Federal Constitution defense act.
Introduced by Frank Ciccone, District 7
What does this bill do?
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Official description
COURTS AND CIVIL PROCEDURE -- PROCEDURE GENERALLY -- CAUSES OF ACTION -- THE RHODE ISLAND FEDERAL CONSTITUTION DEFENSE ACT - Creates the Rhode Island Federal Constitution defense act.
Where it stands
Signed by Governor
June 22, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
House votes
1 recorded vote · each counted separately
Senate votes
3 recorded votes · each counted separately
HouseStage: Passage In Concurrence · June 11, 2026
57
Yes
9
No
9
Absent or Not Voting
75 representatives recorded in this House vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
See how each representative voted
| Representative | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Edith Ajello | 1 | Yes |
| Christopher Blazejewski | 2 | Yes |
| Nathan Biah | 3 | Not Voting |
| Rebecca Kislak | 4 | Yes |
| Anthony DeSimone | 5 | Yes |
| Raymond Hull | 6 | Yes |
| David Morales | 7 | Yes |
| John Lombardi | 8 | Yes |
| Enrique Sanchez | 9 | Yes |
| Scott Slater | 10 | Yes |
Bill history
Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary
Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/05/2026)
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
Scheduled for consideration (05/26/2026)
Committee recommends passage
Placed on Senate Calendar (06/03/2026)
Senate read and passed
Placed on House Calendar (06/11/2026)
House passed in concurrence
Transmitted to Governor
Signed by Governor
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