Rhode IslandAN ACT RELATING TO COURTS AND CIVIL PROCEDURE -- PROCEDURE GENERALLY -- GOVERNMENTAL TORT LIABILITY
What it does
Caps damages at $100,000 in tort actions against Rhode Island, cities, towns, or fire districts, except for willful misconduct or extreme recklessness. It also exempts them from § 9-21-10.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Jan 2901/29/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further studyLatest
- Jan 2301/23/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (01/29/2026)
- Jan 2101/21/2026 Introduced, referred to House JudiciaryIntroduced