RI H7352

Creates a state-level cause of action for violations of rights secured by the Rhode Island Constitution or U.S. Constitution and laws, allowing individuals to sue governmental entities directly

Expressly waives sovereign and governmental immunity for the State of Rhode Island and its political subdivisions, though judicial and legislative immunity are preserved

Caps compensatory damages against state and local governments at $500,000, with no punitive damages allowed; the cap does not apply if conduct was intentional, willful, malicious, reckless, or during proprietary functions

Authorizes the Attorney General to bring civil actions for violations on behalf of the state or aggrieved individuals, in addition to private lawsuits

Provides a 3-year statute of limitations, awards reasonable attorney fees and costs to prevailing plaintiffs, and adjusts the damages cap annually based on Northeast Region CPI-U starting January 31, 2027