Senate to mull asking RI Supreme Court for opinion on clergy abuse lawsuit revival bill

By: Christopher Shea

Outlets: Rhode Island Current

Published: May 11, 2026

Words: 1,172

Last Updated: 2 months ago

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For the first time in 20 years, the Rhode Island Senate may ask the state’s Supreme Court to give its opinion on legislation lawmakers are considering.

The Senate Committee on Judiciary on Thursday will consider a resolution asking the Rhode Island Supreme Court whether it would be constitutional to revive previously expired civil claims of sexual abuse against institutions such as the Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence.

The resolution sponsored by Sen. Matthew …

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