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passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 11, 2024

SB 2332: AN ACT RELATING TO WATERS AND NAVIGATION -- OIL SPILL PREVENTION, ADMINISTRATION AND RESPONSE FUND

This bill amends laws governing Rhode Island's environmental funds to allow money from the Oil Spill Prevention, Administration and Response Fund to support the Executive Climate Change Coordinating Council's efforts to reduce emissions. It authorizes the legislature to allocate up to $250,000 annually from this fund specifically for research, monitoring, and climate projects directed by the council. Additionally, the bill updates the Underground Storage Tank Financial Responsibility Act to include climate-related initiatives as an eligible use of funds for cleaning up petroleum leaks. These changes expand how existing state resources can be utilized to address both oil spill prevention and broader climate goals.
Bob Britto (D) Ryan Pearson (D) Meghan Kallman (D) Matt LaMountain (D) Lou DiPalma (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 11, 2024

SR 3149: SENATE RESOLUTION RESPECTFULLY REQUEST THE DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION

This Senate resolution asks the Department of Administration to study how Rhode Island's Coastal Resources Management Council should be organized. The study will compare the costs and benefits of making the Council a standalone state department versus merging it with the Department of Environmental Management. It will also examine staffing needs, potential overlaps in authority, and any required federal approvals from NOAA. The Department of Administration must complete this analysis and submit its findings and recommendations to the Senate by February 1, 2025.
Alana DiMario (D) Victoria Gu (D) Dawn Euer (D) Sue Sosnowski (D)
passed · Rhode Island · House Jun 11, 2024

HR 8356: HOUSE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF THE HONORABLE WILLIAM L. DRAPEAU

This House Resolution expresses the Rhode Island House of Representatives' condolences on the death of William L. Drapeau, a former state representative from East Providence. The bill directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to Drapeau's widow, Elaine, and his family. It serves as a formal acknowledgment of his service to the state and does not alter any laws or policies.
Joe Shekarchi (D) Mike Chippendale (R) Joseph Solomon (D) Terri Cortvriend (D) Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 11, 2024

SR 3154: SENATE RESOLUTION EXTENDING DEEPEST CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF PAUL T. DEROCHE

This Senate resolution expresses the state's deepest condolences for the passing of Paul T. DeRoche, a long-time lobbyist and Senior Vice President for Government Affairs with the Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce. The bill formally acknowledges his thirty-seven-year career representing the business community and his significant contributions to legislative affairs in Rhode Island. It directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to Dr. Helen Caldwell and her family as a gesture of respect and sympathy.
Walter Felag (D) Roger Picard (D) Matt LaMountain (D) Sam Bell (D) John Burke (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 11, 2024

SR 3153: SENATE RESOLUTION JOYOUSLY CELEBRATING THE 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF NBC 10 WJAR ON JULY 10, 2024

This Senate resolution celebrates the 75th anniversary of NBC 10 WJAR, a television station serving Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts since 1949. The bill honors the station's history of innovation and community service, noting its milestones such as early live broadcasts, weather coverage during the 1978 Blizzard, and numerous journalism awards. It specifically recognizes the legacy of long-serving staff members, including engineer Larry Silva, who is retiring after 57 years. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to the station's news director as a formal acknowledgment of its contributions.
Walter Felag (D) Roger Picard (D) Matt LaMountain (D) Sam Bell (D) John Burke (D)
passed · Rhode Island · House Jun 11, 2024

HB 7981: AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- ZONING ORDINANCES

HB 7981 updates state laws to give Rhode Island towns and cities more flexibility in writing their local zoning rules. The bill allows municipalities to create special districts that offer development incentives, such as higher density or increased building heights, in exchange for providing public benefits like new housing, open spaces, or traffic improvements. It also permits communities to establish mixed-use zones and regulate specific features like drive-through windows and development near scenic areas. By standardizing these options, the legislation aims to help local governments better manage land use while addressing housing needs and infrastructure challenges.
Karen Alzate (D) Nathan Biah (D) Grace Diaz (D) June Speakman (D) Joshua Giraldo (D)
passed · Rhode Island · House Jun 11, 2024

HB 7212: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- FUNERAL DIRECTOR/EMBALMER AND FUNERAL SERVICE ESTABLISHMENTS

Provides for the operation and duties of natural organic reduction for the contained, accelerated conversion of human remains to soil. A disposition facility would be used for either cremation or natural organic reduction.
Terri Cortvriend (D) Jennifer Boylan (D) Megan Cotter (D) Arthur Handy (D) Brandon Potter (D)
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