S 2596 is sponsored by Brian J. Thompson (Democratic), John P. Burke (Democratic), Ryan W. Pearson (Democratic), Todd M. Patalano (Democratic), Leonidas P. Raptakis (Democratic), Andrew R. Dimitri (Democratic), Alana M. DiMario (Democratic), Matthew L. LaMountain (Democratic), David P. Tikoian (Democratic), and Jacob E. Bissaillon (Democratic).

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Rhode Island 2026 Session Status: Introduced 10 D cosponsors

S 2596 — RELATING TO DOMESTIC RELATIONS -- ADOPTION OF CHILDREN

Last action February 13, 2026 — Senate Judiciary

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RELATING TO DOMESTIC RELATIONS -- ADOPTION OF CHILDREN

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Action History

February 13, 2026
Senate Judiciary

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1 sponsors · 9 co-sponsors · 104 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Brian J. Thompson Democratic

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Frequently asked questions

What does S 2596 do?: RELATING TO DOMESTIC RELATIONS -- ADOPTION OF CHILDREN
Who sponsors S 2596?: S 2596 is sponsored by Brian J. Thompson (Democratic), John P. Burke (Democratic), Ryan W. Pearson (Democratic), Todd M. Patalano (Democratic), Leonidas P. Raptakis (Democratic), Andrew R. Dimitri (Democratic), Alana M. DiMario (Democratic), Matthew L. LaMountain (Democratic), David P. Tikoian (Democratic), and Jacob E. Bissaillon (Democratic).
What is the current status of S 2596?: This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced February 13, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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At a glance

Identifier: S 2596
Jurisdiction: Rhode Island
Session: 2026 Session
Type: Bill
Introduced: February 13, 2026
Status: Introduced
Prime sponsor: Brian J. Thompson

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