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RI H7439
Bill
Status
1/30/2026
Primary Sponsor
Karen Alzate
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AI Summary
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Rhode Island law enforcement agencies would be prohibited from employing any individual who was hired as a sworn U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer on or after January 20, 2025
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The prohibition applies prospectively only, meaning it does not affect individuals already employed by Rhode Island law enforcement agencies before the effective date
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ICE officers hired before January 20, 2025 would remain eligible for employment with state law enforcement agencies
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Amends the Law Enforcement Officers' Due Process, Accountability, and Transparency Act by adding a new section (42-28.6-19)
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Effective date: October 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Prohibits law enforcement agencies from hiring individuals who was hired as a sworn officer of the US Immigration and Customs enforcement Agency on or after January 20, 2025 and would apply prospectively to an individual hired on or after October 1, 2026.
State Affairs And Government
Last Action
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
3/4/2026