RI Senate approves bill reviving expired clergy abuse lawsuits

By: Christopher Shea

Outlets: Rhode Island Current

Published: June 4, 2026

Words: 717

Last Updated: 1 month, 3 weeks ago

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Two days after Senate leaders pledged their support, the chamber approved legislation that would open the Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence and other institutions to sex-abuse lawsuits.

Senators voted 37-0 Wednesday to approve an amended bill sponsored by Sen. Mark McKenney, a Warwick Democrat, that would create a two-year “revival window” allowing previously time-barred claims against institutions and supervisors accused of enabling or covering up sexual abuse.

The window would open on July 1, …

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