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died · Rhode Island · House Apr 16, 2026

HB 7160: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- TEACHERS' RETIREMENT

Allows teachers, state and municipal employees to retire when they have at least twenty-eight (28) years of active service and their retirement age, when combined with the number of their years of service reaches, the number eighty-five (85).
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill enhances teacher retirement benefits by allowing early retirement with 28 years service + age 85, directly supporting educator welfare and retention.90% confidence
Scott Slater (D) Tom Noret (D) Nathan Biah (D) Bill O'Brien (D) Doc Corvese (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 16, 2026

HB 7162: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PERSONAL INCOME TAX

HB 7162 would modify Rhode Island's personal income tax calculation by allowing the exclusion of public pension benefits administered by the Employees Retirement System from federal adjusted gross income. This change directly affects state and local government retirees who receive pensions through the Employees Retirement System. The key provision adjusts how these pension payments are treated for tax purposes, effectively reducing taxable income for eligible recipients. The bill is currently pending in the House Finance Committee after its January 16, 2026, introduction.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExcludes public pension benefits from taxable income, providing tax relief to state/local retirees and reducing their tax burden.95% confidence
Joseph Solomon (D) Deb Fellela (D) Pat Serpa (D) Julie Casimiro (D) Earl Read (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 16, 2026

SB 2106: AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- MEDICAL ASSISTANCE

SB 2106 would expand medical assistance coverage to include community-based medical services for specific eligible residents. It targets individuals who have used emergency rooms three or more times in four consecutive months, or whose primary care provider identifies them as needing community care to prevent hospital/nursing facility admission. Covered services include chronic disease monitoring, medication management, post-hospital follow-up, and minor medical procedures. Providers must coordinate care with existing health teams to avoid duplication of services like home health care. The program requires federal approval before implementation and takes effect upon passage.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands medical assistance coverage for community-based care to prevent hospital admissions, improving access for high-risk patients through chronic disease monitoring and post-hospital follow-up.95% confidence
Jessica de la Cruz (R) Bridget Valverde (D) Gordon Rogers (R) Frank Ciccone (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 16, 2026

HB 7253: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES -- RETIREMENT SYSTEM -- ADMINISTRATION

Changes the teacher and state employees' retirement benefit calculations' cutoff date from July 1, 2024, to July 1, 2012, for all retirement members eligible to and who retire on or after the new July 1, 2012, cutoff date.
Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationChanges retirement cutoff to 2012, likely reducing teacher benefits, weakening educator compensation and support.85% confidence
Susan Donovan (D) Lauren Carson (D) Deb Fellela (D) Bill O'Brien (D) Kathleen Fogarty (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 16, 2026

HB 7195: AN ACT RELATING TO DELINQUENT AND DEPENDENT CHILDREN -- PROCEEDINGS IN FAMILY COURT

Prohibits any questioning of a juvenile who is suspected of delinquent or criminal behavior, unless the parent of guardian of the juvenile is present, or unless an attorney is present or the juvenile and their parents have waived their presence.
Cherie Cruz (D) Justine Caldwell (D) Brandon Potter (D) Carol McEntee (D) Robert Craven (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 16, 2026

HB 7395: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES -- RETIREMENT SYSTEM -- CONTRIBUTION AND BENEFITS

HB 7395 allows retired members of the Rhode Island state labor relations board to continue receiving their retirement pension while working paid positions with the state. This amendment specifically permits them to maintain full pension benefits during such employment without suspension, though no additional retirement credits or contributions are granted. Monthly reporting to the retirement board is required for these positions. The bill targets a gap in existing rules, ensuring labor relations board members can serve in paid roles without losing pension eligibility.
Tina Spears (D) Bill O'Brien (D) Pat Serpa (D) Carol McEntee (D) Robert Craven (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 16, 2026

HB 7380: AN ACT RELATING TO ELECTIONS -- CONDUCT OF ELECTION AND VOTING EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES

HB 7380 prohibits ranked choice voting in all local, state, and federal elections by banning voting systems that allow voters to rank candidates, cast multiple votes for one office, or transfer votes between candidates. It requires all elections to use single-choice voting systems, invalidating any election conducted under prohibited methods and voiding conflicting local ordinances. This bill directly affects all voters and election administrators in the state for every public office election. Exceptions apply only to standard multi-member district elections where voters have one vote per position without vote transfers.
Mike Chippendale (R) Brian Newberry (R) Doc Corvese (D) Jon Brien (I) Charlene Lima (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 16, 2026

HB 7391: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- TEACHERS' RETIREMENT

Reinstates, for all teachers and state employees who retired after July 1, 2012, their annual cost of living adjustment for retirement plan year 2026.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesReinstates cost-of-living adjustments for retirees, requiring state funding and increasing budget allocation for retirement benefits.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationReinstates cost-of-living adjustments for teachers' retirement, directly supporting educator benefits and financial security within education policy.95% confidence
Stephen Casey (D) Joseph Solomon (D) Bill O'Brien (D) Megan Cotter (D) Doc Corvese (D)
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