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RI S3106
Bill
Status
3/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Frank Ciccone
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AI Summary
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Expands the definition of "educational program" under child abuse/neglect law to include charter schools, parochial schools, after-school programs, camps, youth groups, scouting organizations, tutoring programs, and other enrichment activities for children
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Adds a new definition of "religious organization" covering churches, congregations, faith-based organizations, and clergy members of any denomination
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Extends mandatory reporting requirements for suspected child abuse or neglect to cover religious organizations in addition to educational programs
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Requires the Department of Children, Youth and Families to forward abuse reports to the child advocacy center and the Department of the Attorney General, in addition to existing notifications to state and local police
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Takes effect upon passage
Legislative Description
Expands the definition of "educational program" for purposes of the abused and neglected children general law to include charter schools, parochial schools, after school programs, camps and various other programs involving children.
Human Services
Last Action
Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary
3/13/2026