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All 25,118 Active 7,678 In committee 7,673 Passed 5,630 Signed 4,797 Failed 6,972

signed · Rhode Island · House Apr 10, 2026

HB 7005: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PROPERTY SUBJECT TO TAXATION

HB 7005 authorizes the town of Barrington to create a tax credit reduction of $16,000 for legally blind residents through local ordinance. This policy directly affects legally blind individuals who reside in Barrington and own real property, providing them with a reduction in their property tax bill. The bill requires Barrington to establish this credit via town ordinance, specifying it applies to real property and is separate from other existing exemptions. It does not change the current exemption amounts for other towns but grants Barrington the specific authority to implement this tax credit.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

passed · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 9, 2026

SR 3207: SENATE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING APRIL 24, 2026, AS "ARMENIAN GENOCIDE REMEMBRANCE DAY" TO COMMEMORATE THE ARMENIAN GENOCIDE OF 1915 TO 1923, AND IN HONOR OF ARMENIAN-AMERICANS

This Rhode Island Senate resolution designates April 24, 2026, as "Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day" to honor the victims of the 1915-1923 Armenian Genocide and the Armenian-American community in the state. The measure formally recognizes the historical events described in the bill text and directs the Secretary of State to send copies of the resolution to the U.S. President, Congress, and various Armenian organizations. Additionally, the bill respectfully requests that the federal government urge Turkey to acknowledge the 1915 events as genocide and to provide restitution for the losses suffered by Armenians.

passed · Rhode Island · House Apr 9, 2026

HR 8421: HOUSE RESOLUTION COMMEMORATING LAO NEW YEAR

This legislative resolution commemorates Lao New Year, known as Pi Mai Lao, which is celebrated annually in April by the Laotian community in Rhode Island. The bill recognizes the holiday's cultural significance, including traditions like water splashing and family ceremonies that symbolize renewal and hope, while honoring the resilience of Laotian refugees who resettled in the United States after fleeing their homeland in the 1970s. It formally acknowledges the contributions of the Laotian American community to the state and extends best wishes for a healthy and prosperous new year. Finally, the resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to the President of Temple Wat Lao in Smithfield, Rhode Island.

passed · Rhode Island · House Apr 9, 2026

HR 8420: HOUSE RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING THE CELEBRATION OF THE CAMBODIAN NEW YEAR AND THE "YEAR OF THE HORSE" ON APRIL 13-15, 2026

This bill is a House resolution from Rhode Island that officially recognizes the celebration of the Cambodian New Year and the Year of the Horse on April 13-15, 2026. It highlights the holiday's traditions, such as family gatherings, gift-giving to elders, and temple visits, while expressing appreciation for the Cambodian community's contributions to the state's culture. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to the President of the Cambodian Society of Rhode Island.

passed · Rhode Island · House Apr 9, 2026

HR 8418: HOUSE RESOLUTION CELEBRATING THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE ENRICO CARUSO SOCIETY IN MANVILLE, RHODE ISLAND ON APRIL 18, 2026

This bill is a House Resolution that officially celebrates the 100th anniversary of the Enrico Caruso Society in Manville, Rhode Island, on April 18, 2026. The resolution recognizes the organization's century-long history of providing support to Italian immigrants and fostering community through events and services. It directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to the society's president, Jack Correira, as a formal acknowledgment of their contributions.

passed · Rhode Island · House Apr 9, 2026

HR 8423: HOUSE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING APRIL 9, 2026, TO BE "RHODE ISLAND HOME VISITING DAY"

This bill designates April 9, 2026, as "Rhode Island Home Visiting Day" to highlight the importance of home visiting programs for families. It directly affects parents, children, and the organizations that provide these services, which offer support to pregnant individuals and young families. The resolution encourages residents to recognize these programs as vital resources for healthy child development and directs state officials to send copies of the proclamation to relevant health and human services leaders.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed · Rhode Island · House Apr 9, 2026

HR 8424: HOUSE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING APRIL 9, 2026, AS "ARMENIAN GENOCIDE REMEMBRANCE DAY" TO COMMEMORATE THE ARMENIAN GENOCIDE OF 1915 TO 1923, AND IN HONOR OF ARMENIAN-AMERICANS

This House Resolution designates April 9, 2026, as Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day in Rhode Island to honor the 1.5 million Armenians killed between 1915 and 1923. The bill also requests that the U.S. President and Congress urge the Turkish government to acknowledge the historical events as genocide and provide restitution for the victims. Additionally, the resolution expresses sympathy to the Armenian-American community in Rhode Island and directs the Secretary of State to send copies of the document to relevant state and national officials.

passed · Rhode Island · House Apr 9, 2026

HR 8422: HOUSE RESOLUTION HONORING THRIVE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH, INC. ON THE OCCASION OF ITS 50TH ANNIVERSARY AND RECOGNIZING ITS ENDURING IMPACT ON THE HEALTH AND WELL-BEING OF RHODE ISLANDERS

This bill honors Thrive Behavioral Health, Inc. on its 50th anniversary and recognizes its contributions to mental health care in Rhode Island. The resolution acknowledges the organization's history, its merger in 2018, and its role in providing comprehensive behavioral health services. It directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to the organization's president and CEO.

passed · Rhode Island · House Apr 9, 2026

HR 8425: HOUSE RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING THE WINNERS OF THE 2026 14TH ANNUAL PROSTART® HIGH SCHOOL COMPETITION AND WISHING THEM SUCCESS AT THE NATIONAL PROSTART® INVITATIONAL

This House Resolution congratulates students and instructors from the Warwick Area and Chariho Career and Technical Centers for winning the 2026 Rhode Island ProStart High School Competition. The bill formally recognizes their achievements in culinary arts, foodservice management, and hospitality tourism categories and authorizes the Secretary of State to send certified copies of the resolution to the winning schools. It does not change any laws or policies but serves as an official acknowledgment of the teams' success in the state competition.

Topics ✓ Education

passed · Rhode Island · House Apr 9, 2026

HR 8419: HOUSE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING DEEPEST CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF THE HONORABLE JOSEPH A. ABBATE

This bill is a House Resolution expressing condolences on the passing of Honorable Joseph A. Abbate, a former Rhode Island judge and public servant. The resolution acknowledges his distinguished career in law and public service, including his roles as a municipal judge and Director of the Law Revision Office. It directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies of the resolution to Abbate's family as a formal gesture of sympathy.

passed · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 9, 2026

SR 3209: SENATE RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING THE WINNERS OF THE 2026 14TH ANNUAL PROSTART® HIGH SCHOOL COMPETITION AND WISHING THEM SUCCESS AT THE NATIONAL PROSTART® INVITATIONAL

This Senate resolution congratulates students and instructors from the Warwick Area and Chariho Career and Technical Centers for winning the 2026 Rhode Island ProStart High School Competition. It recognizes the achievements of the top teams in culinary arts, foodservice management, and hospitality tourism, which will now advance to represent the state at the National ProStart Invitational in Baltimore. The bill directs the Secretary of State to send official copies of the resolution to the two winning schools as a formal acknowledgment of their success.

Topics ✓ Education

passed · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 9, 2026

SR 3208: SENATE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING APRIL 9, 2026, TO BE "RHODE ISLAND HOME VISITING DAY"

This Senate Resolution officially designates April 9, 2026, as "Rhode Island Home Visiting Day" to highlight the importance of home visiting services for families. The measure encourages state residents to acknowledge these programs, which connect parents with resources to promote child health and development. Additionally, the resolution directs the Secretary of State to send copies of the proclamation to the directors of the Department of Health and the Department of Human Services.

Topics ✓ Healthcare