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RI S2368

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/30/2026

Primary Sponsor

Todd Patalano

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Expands the definition of "police officer" under Rhode Island's injured-on-duty benefits law to include probation officers and parole officers

  • Entitles these newly covered officers to full salary, wages, and benefits during any period of incapacity resulting from line-of-duty injuries or illness

  • Provides coverage for medical, surgical, dental, optical, hospital services, and related treatment costs for qualifying injuries

  • Takes effect immediately upon passage

Legislative Description

Adds probation officers and parole officers to the definition of "police officer" for purposes of salary payments during line of duty illness or injury.

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Last Action

Introduced, referred to Senate Finance

1/30/2026

Committee Referrals

Finance1/30/2026

Full Bill Text

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