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RI H7554
Bill
Status
2/6/2026
Primary Sponsor
Kathleen Fogarty
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AI Summary
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Expands the false report felony statute to cover knowingly false warnings or threats of shootings or other dangerous events, in addition to existing coverage of explosive/dangerous substance threats
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Adds triggering an evacuation, lockdown, or law enforcement response as outcomes that qualify for prosecution under the statute
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Penalty remains up to 10 years imprisonment and/or up to $1,000 fine
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Authorizes courts to impose bail conditions including extreme risk protection orders, no-trespass orders for schools/religious institutions/public buildings, mental health assessments, and substance abuse counseling
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Takes effect immediately upon passage
Legislative Description
Expands meaning of bomb threats and false reports to include any warning or threat of the existence of an explosive device and allows judge to impose conditions of bail to include extreme risk protection orders, no trespass orders and counseling.
Criminal Offenses
Last Action
Placed on House Calendar (03/17/2026)
3/13/2026