2023 Regular Session • Rhode Island Legislature
H5918: Divorce And Separation
Legislative Summary
Creates a custody procedure for pets in divorce and separation proceedings based on the best interests of the animal. This act would not apply to assistance/service animals.
Bill History
3/1/2023
Introduced, referred to House Judiciary
House of Representatives
3/17/2023
Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/22/2023)
House of Representatives
3/22/2023
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
House of Representatives
Status Information
Current Status
Introduced(3/1/2023)
Chamber
House of Representatives
Committee
Judiciary(House of Representatives)
Sine DiePrior Session
Sponsors
Democrat: 3
Republican: 1
Primary Sponsor
Charlene Lima
Democrat