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died · Rhode Island · House May 19, 2026

HB 8385: AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- RESIDENTIAL LANDLORD AND TENANT ACT

Allows sealing of eviction records for defective complaint or lack of jurisdiction for individuals between the ages of eighteen (18) and twenty-one (21) who didn't sign the lease.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill allows sealing eviction records for young adults, protecting tenant rights and reducing barriers to future housing.85% confidence
Cherie Cruz (D) Brandon Potter (D) David Morales (D) Teresa Tanzi (D) Jennifer Stewart (D)
died · Rhode Island · House May 19, 2026

HB 8407: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES -- RETIREMENT SYSTEM -- CONTRIBUTION AND BENEFITS

Limits retired, part-time or adjunct instructors, hired by any state college, university, or state school, to teaching no more than two classes per semester.
Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill restricts adjunct instructors to two classes per semester, limiting their teaching opportunities and reducing educational access.85% confidence ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentBill limits teaching load for adjuncts, restricting their ability to teach more classes and effectively capping potential earnings.85% confidence
Susan Donovan (D) Tina Spears (D) Justine Caldwell (D) Bill O'Brien (D) Megan Cotter (D)
died · Rhode Island · House May 19, 2026

HB 8415: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- PLASTIC WASTE REDUCTION ACT

Prohibits the use of black plastic takeout containers for use to take prepared foods and drinks from restaurants, stores, and other retail sales establishments.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill prohibits black plastic takeout containers to reduce plastic waste and pollution, directly advancing environmental protection goals.90% confidence
Lauren Carson (D) Jennifer Boylan (D) Arthur Handy (D) Carol McEntee (D) Jay Edwards (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate May 19, 2026

SB 3217: AN ACT RELATING TO DOMESTIC RELATIONS -- DOMESTIC ABUSE PREVENTION

Permits the family court to award possession of household pets to the plaintiff in a domestic abuse complaint, including the enforcement remedy of a restraining order or other injunctive relief.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens domestic abuse prevention by empowering courts to award pets to victims, a key component of victim safety and justice.85% confidence
Sam Bell (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate May 19, 2026

SR 3216: JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $500,000 TO ONWARD WE LEARN IN SUPPORT OF RHODE ISLAND GEAR UP

This bill appropriates $500,000 from the state treasury to Onward We Learn for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The funds are designated to support the Rhode Island GEAR UP program, which helps middle and high school students prepare for college and provides scholarships to cover postsecondary education costs. This money serves as the state's required matching contribution to a larger federal grant received by the Office of the Postsecondary Commissioner. The resolution authorizes the state controller to issue payment orders to Onward We Learn once proper financial documentation is submitted.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates $500,000 to fund the Rhode Island GEAR UP program, directly increasing state spending on education.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill appropriates $500,000 to fund the Rhode Island GEAR UP program, expanding college access and providing scholarships for postsecondary education.95% confidence
Walter Felag (D) Matt LaMountain (D) David Tikoian (D) Lou DiPalma (D) Hanna Gallo (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate May 19, 2026

SB 2821: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- THE EDUCATION EQUITY AND PROPERTY TAX RELIEF ACT

Requires a review by the department of elementary and secondary education of the formula components used to compute the aid needed to support high need students.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill focuses on education equity and property tax relief, directly addressing tax burden reduction for property owners while reviewing aid formulas to support high-need students.75% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates review of aid formula components for high need students, indicating intent to strengthen educational equity and support funding for vulnerable populations.75% confidence
Ryan Pearson (D) Brian Thompson (D) Jonathon Acosta (D) Sam Zurier (D) Hanna Gallo (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate May 19, 2026

SB 2826: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- THE EDUCATION EQUITY AND PROPERTY TAX RELIEF ACT

Provides that in local education agencies when over 45% of the children have a family income that is at or below 185% of federal poverty guidelines, then the student success factor will be 50% by the core instruction per-pupil amount.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax relief for low-income families by adjusting education funding based on poverty levels, supporting fiscal equity and protecting essential education services.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill increases funding for low-income schools by adjusting student success factor, expanding educational access and resources for disadvantaged students.90% confidence
Ryan Pearson (D) Brian Thompson (D) Jonathon Acosta (D) Sam Zurier (D) Frank Ciccone (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate May 19, 2026

SB 2941: AN ACT RELATING TO DELINQUENT AND DEPENDENT CHILDREN -- RESTRAINT OF JUVENILES

Limits use of restraints on juveniles in transport and court proceedings to safety or escape risks, requires least restrictive methods, and mandates reporting on when and why restraints were used.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill limits juvenile restraints and requires reporting, promoting civil rights and reducing excessive force in juvenile justice.90% confidence
Meghan Kallman (D) Lammis Vargas (D) Tiara Mack (D) Pam Lauria (D) Jake Bissaillon (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate May 19, 2026

SB 2982: AN ACT RELATING TO COURTS AND CIVIL PROCEDURE -- COURTS -- FAMILY COURT

Gives statewide juvenile hearing boards the authority to refer a juvenile offender to a rehabilitative driving course, as part of a disposition of an offense before the board. The order may be enforced by the traffic tribunal.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill promotes rehabilitation for juvenile offenders through driving courses, aligning with criminal justice reform goals and reducing recidivism.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enables juvenile rehabilitation through driving courses, enhancing driver education and safety programs.85% confidence
Jonathon Acosta (D) Meghan Kallman (D) Matt LaMountain (D) Bridget Valverde (D) Andrew Dimitri (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate May 19, 2026

SB 3038: AN ACT RELATING TO COURTS AND CIVIL PROCEDURE -- EXTREME RISK PROTECTION ORDERS

Requires a court considering evidence for the issuance of a temporary emergency protective order to cause the respondent to be taken into protective custody by law enforcement and sent to an emergency room of any hospital, pursuant to § 40.1-5-7.1.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens protective custody procedures for high-risk individuals, enhancing public safety and law enforcement protocols within the criminal justice system.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates emergency protective custody and hospital ER access for high-risk individuals, ensuring immediate medical evaluation and care.85% confidence
Jessica de la Cruz (R) Pete Appollonio (D) Andrew Dimitri (D) Todd Patalano (D) John Burke (D)
died · Rhode Island · House May 19, 2026

HB 8270: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- THE EDUCATION EQUITY AND PROPERTY TAX RELIEF ACT

Revises the calculation for the student success factor in the education-aid formula by adding an additional multiplier for twenty-five percent (25%) for each resident child who is identified as a multilingual learner.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill adds funding multiplier for multilingual learners, expanding educational access and supporting equity in education.90% confidence
Cherie Cruz (D) Brandon Potter (D) David Morales (D) Leo Felix (D) Teresa Tanzi (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate May 19, 2026

SB 2849: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- TRANSPORTATION OF SCHOOL PUPILS BEYOND CITY AND TOWN LIMITS

Allows an individual school district that can utilize its own buses or vendors at a lower cost than the statewide system, to obtain reimbursement for these costs from state funds.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allows school districts to access state funds for transportation costs when cheaper than statewide system, increasing funding for essential public services.75% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill enables school districts to access state reimbursement for transportation costs, reducing financial burden and improving educational access for students.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enables school districts to use their own transportation resources and receive state reimbursement, supporting local transportation solutions for school pupils.85% confidence
Brian Thompson (D) Sam Zurier (D) Lammis Vargas (D) Elaine Morgan (R) Lou DiPalma (D)
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