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State of Rhode Island, Office of Library & Information Services , An agency of the Department of Administration

Legislative Updates

2025

S 0238:

The Freedom to Read Act: Promotes free expression and access of information by prohibiting the censorship of library materials.

Read the full text for S 0238 at the Rhode Island General Assembly website.
Sponsor(s):
  • Senator Mark P. McKenney
  • Senator Jacob "Jake" Bissaillon
  • Senator Hanna M. Gallo
  • Senator Victoria Gu
  • Senator Valarie J. Lawson
  • Senator David P. Tikoian
  • Senator Robert Britto
Actions:
  • 02-13-2025

    Introduced, referred to Senate Education

  • 03-07-2025

    Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/12/2025)

  • 03-12-2025

    Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Companion Bill: H 5726