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5/5/2026
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House approves Rep. Casimiro’s bill to change name of Drug Court
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STATE HOUSE – The House today approved legislation sponsored by Rep. Julie A. Casimiro that would change the name of the Rhode Island Drug Court to the Rhode Island Recovery Court.
“As our understanding of substance abuse disorders continues to grow, it is important to do away with outdated terminology that may get in the way of recovery efforts. Although some may think this is a small change, in the eyes of those who come before the court, this new name will afford them a sense of dignity that will help them during their recovery and rehabilitation journey,” said Representative Casimiro (D-Dist. 31, North Kingstown, Exeter).
Since 2005, the Adult Drug Court Program has resulted in impressive and measurable success in changing the course of many lives that may otherwise have been lost to a lifetime of drug or alcohol addiction. Rehabilitation is achieved through adherence to prescribed clinical treatment and counseling, drug testing and individualized services coordination.
The bill now heads to the Senate, where Senate Majority Whip David P. Tikoian (D-Dist. 22, Smithfield, Lincoln, North Providence) has introduced the legislation (2026-S 3099).
For more information, contact:
Andrew Caruolo, Publicist
State House Room 20
Providence, RI 02903
(401)222-6124
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