Immigration

passed · Rhode Island · House Jun 4, 2026

HR 8616: HOUSE RESOLUTION COMMEMORATING "WORLD REFUGEE DAY" AND RECOGNIZING THE WORK OF DORCAS INTERNATIONAL OF PROVIDENCE ON JUNE 20TH OF 2026, IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

This bill is a commemorative resolution that recognizes World Refugee Day on June 20, 2026, and honors the work of Dorcas International Institute of Rhode Island. It acknowledges the organization's long history of providing services such as legal aid, English classes, and employment support to refugees and immigrants in the state. The resolution also highlights the economic contributions of refugees to Rhode Island's communities and directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to the organization's CEO.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill explicitly recognizes and honors an organization providing legal aid, English classes, and employment support to refugees and immigrants, highlighting their economic contributions.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Refugees & Asylum

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signed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 22, 2026

SB 3339: AN ACT RELATING TO ELECTIONS -- CONDUCT OF ELECTION AND VOTING EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES

Prohibits ICE employees, agents or officials from being within two hundred feet (200') of any polling place during voting, including early voting and election day voting.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill prohibits ICE agents from being near polling places, limiting federal enforcement presence and protecting immigrant voting rights.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Enforcement Tags Elections

in committee · Rhode Island · House Jun 3, 2026

HR 8608: HOUSE RESOLUTION RESPECTFULLY REQUESTING THE UNITED STATES CITIZENSHIP AND IMMIGRATION SERVICES EXERCISE DISCRETION IN ADJUDICATING STATUS APPLICATIONS CONSISTENT WITH HISTORICAL PRACTICE

This legislative resolution asks the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services to continue processing marriage-based immigration applications in the United States rather than forcing couples to apply abroad. It specifically targets a recent unsigned memorandum that would require U.S. citizens to send their foreign spouses overseas for visa processing, a change the bill argues disrupts family unity. The document urges immigration officials to exercise discretion consistent with past practices and directs state officials to send copies of the resolution to federal leaders.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill urges USCIS to process marriage applications domestically, protecting family unity and limiting restrictive enforcement measures.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization

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died · Rhode Island · House May 19, 2026

HR 8534: JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $850,000 FOR NEW BRIDGES FOR HAITIAN SUCCESS

Authorizes the appropriation of $850,000 for New Bridges for Haitian Success for the purpose of residential property acquisition for transitional housing to support immigrants with TPS and asylum status, for the fiscal year ending 6/30/2027.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates $850,000 to fund a specific program, directly advancing the budget topic by increasing government spending for essential services.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly funds residential property acquisition for transitional housing, directly advancing housing availability for immigrants.90% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill funds transitional housing for immigrants with TPS and asylum status, directly supporting immigrant services and integration.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Refugees & Asylum

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passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 11, 2026

SB 2828: AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- THE RHODE ISLAND WORKS PROGRAM

Amends the Rhode Island works program to increases the monthly cash benefit to one hundred percent (100%) of the federal poverty level effective July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill expands benefits to lawful permanent residents by removing waiting periods and increasing cash benefits, directly supporting immigrant access to state services.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill expands unemployment benefits to lawful permanent residents and increases cash benefit amounts, directly strengthening worker support and employment assistance.90% confidence

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died · Rhode Island · House Apr 9, 2026

HB 8347: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- RESTRICTIONS ON STATE AND MUNICIPAL COOPERATION WITH CIVIL IMMIGRATION ENFORCEMENT

Prohibits state or local authorities from voluntary participation in federal civil immigration enforcement. It would not prohibit compliance with a judicial warrant or court order issued by a court of competent jurisdiction.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill restricts state cooperation with federal immigration enforcement, protecting immigrant rights and limiting enforcement actions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licenses & IDs Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 4, 2026

SB 3116: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- RESTRICTIONS ON STATE AND MUNICIPAL COOPERATION WITH CIVIL IMMIGRATION ENFORCEMENT

Prohibits state or local authorities from voluntary participation in federal civil immigration enforcement. It would not prohibit compliance with a judicial warrant or court order issued by a court of competent jurisdiction.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill restricts state/municipal cooperation with federal immigration enforcement, protecting immigrant rights and limiting federal overreach at local level.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licenses & IDs Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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died · Rhode Island · Senate May 5, 2026

SB 2967: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- LIMITATIONS ON IMMIGRATION ENFORCEMENT COOPERATION

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.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill limits immigration enforcement cooperation and detainer practices, enhancing police accountability and protecting civil rights within criminal justice framework.85% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill limits state/local police cooperation with federal immigration enforcement and restricts detainers without warrants, protecting immigrant rights and limiting enforcement.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Policing Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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died · Rhode Island · House May 12, 2026

HR 8201: JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION TO HIGHER GROUND INTERNATIONAL TO SUPPORT THEIR CRITICAL WORK SUPPORTING IMMIGRANTS AND REFUGEE POPULATIONS

Authorizes the appropriation of the sum of two hundred fifty thousand dollars ($250,000) to Higher Ground International, to support their mission of supporting immigrants and refugee populations.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $250,000 to fund immigrant/refugee support services, directly increasing government spending on public services per Budget & Taxes topic.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill appropriates $250,000 to Higher Ground International for immigrant/refugee support services, directly funding critical assistance per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Refugees & Asylum

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died · Rhode Island · House Mar 4, 2026

HR 8121: JOINT RESOLUTION CREATING THE IMMIGRANT IMPACT TASK FORCE

Creates an 11-member task force to track and oversee immigration enforcement and support actions in Rhode Island, and who would report back to the General Assembly House no later than January 5, 2027, and whose life would expire on March 5, 2027.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationCreates task force to oversee immigration enforcement and support actions, explicitly prioritizing immigrant services and oversight in Rhode Island.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Enforcement

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