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The RI
Freedom
Collective
The RI Freedom Collective aims to create a robust network supporting Formerly Incarcerated Persons (FIPs), influence policy change, and elevate the voices of people currently incarcerated and their families in Rhode Island and nationally.
Welcome to The RI Freedom Collective
A Movement for Justice, Led by Those Who Have Lived It
The RI Freedom Collective is a grassroots organization founded by Mario Monteiro, Kyle Campbell, and Steven Parkhurst—three men whose powerful journeys from incarceration to advocacy embody resilience, redemption, and the fight for justice. Collectively, they served over 80 years behind bars, each sentenced to life under outdated and extreme sentencing laws.
Through unwavering determination, they secured their freedom: Mario through the passage of “Mario’s Law” addressing sentencing reform, Kyle through post-conviction litigation, and Steven by challenging the constitutionality of his sentence in federal court. Now, they are dedicated to ensuring others still behind the walls have a voice and a path to justice.
Our Mission:
Advocacy,
Education, and
Change
The RI Freedom Collective is committed to empowering those directly impacted by the criminal justice system. We believe that the people most affected by unjust policies should be the ones leading the fight for reform.
Together, we can create a more just and equitable future.
Join Us in the Fight for Justice
Real change happens when we come together. Whether you are directly impacted, an ally, or simply someone who believes in fairness, we invite you to be part of this movement.
Stay informed, get involved, and help us transform the criminal justice system from one of punishment to one of true rehabilitation and justice.
Together, we can create a more just and equitable future.
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CURRENT LEGISLATION.
Senate Bill No. 128
BY Kallman, Bissaillon, Mack, Euer, Murray, Acosta
ENTITLED, AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- CORRECTIONS DEPARTMENT (Repeals 42-56-38.1 and requires the DOC to provide free communication services to inmates and juveniles held in residential placement or detention centers and requires that those facilities provide in-person contact visits.)
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01/31/2025 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary
House Bill No. 5362
BY Casimiro, Spears, Felix, Morales, Cruz, Lombardi, Place, McEntee, Caldwell, Craven
ENTITLED, AN ACT RELATED TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- SENTENCING RECONSIDERATION ACT (Allows eligible individuals serving sentences of imprisonment to seek sentence reductions from the superior court, individuals serving life without parole or minimum mandatory sentences pursuant to law, would not be eligible for such relief.)
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02/07/2025 Introduced, referred to House Judiciary
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