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Rhode Island’s New Stand Against School Hazing: What Your Family Must Know You are likely reading this because what was supposed to be a milestone for your child—joining a team in Warwick, Cranston, or Providence—turned into a nightmare of humiliation or physical pain. You might be hearing from other parents or coaches that “this is just how things are done” or “it’s a rite of passage.” We are here to tell you that, as of June 24, 2026, the state of Rhode Island has officially rejected those excuses. With the passage of the new statewide anti-hazing law, known as the McNamara-LaMountain Act, Rhode Island has shifted the ground beneath every public school district and athletic program in the state. This law doesn’t just suggest schools be nicer; it compels the Department of Education and the Rhode Island Interscholastic League (RIIL) to enforce a zero-tolerance policy. If your child was a victim, the school no longer has the option to look the other way. When you call us at 1-888-ATTY-911, you aren’t just getting a lawyer; you are getting a team that has lived this fight. Our managing partner, Ralph Manginello, is a Hall of Fame athlete who understands the competitive…