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
- 03-12-2025
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
Companion Bill: H 5726