Rhode Island bills · 2026 Regular Session
Rhode Island HB 8140
AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- LIMITATIONS ON IMMIGRATION ENFORCEMENT COOPERATION
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became law
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Summary
Official abstract published by the Rhode Island legislature· summary
Bars state and local police from joining federal immigration enforcement programs, limits holding people on detainer without judicial warrants, and requires tracking and reporting of requests.
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Roll-call votes
No recorded votes on this bill.
Actions
- Mar 4, 2026 · Legislature
03/04/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study - Feb 27, 2026 · Legislature
02/27/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/04/2026) - Feb 27, 2026 · House
02/27/2026 Introduced, referred to House Judiciary