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HB 8048 Failed

AN ACT RELATING TO COURTS AND CIVIL PROCEDURE--COURTS -- JUDICIAL SELECTION

Introduced
In Committee
Floor
Crossed Over
Passed
Enacted

Permits RI Supreme Court Committee on Racial and Ethnic Fairness, in consultation with RI Bar Association and its Committee on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, to appoint members of JNC and requires judicial candidates to disclose political donations.

Chamber
House
Introduced
Feb 27, 2026
Last action
Apr 9, 2026 — 04/09/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
Sponsor
Arthur Handy D
Session
2026
Momentum
5 · Stalled