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died · Rhode Island · House Apr 9, 2026

HB 7201: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- COMMERCIAL SEXUAL ACTIVITY

Establishes the commercial sex buyer’s accountability program which consists of an instructional program on prostitution and human trafficking schemes.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill creates educational program for sex buyers targeting human trafficking, aligning with criminal justice reform by addressing root causes of commercial exploitation rather than punitive measures.85% confidence
Tina Spears (D) Justine Caldwell (D) Bill O'Brien (D) Julie Casimiro (D) Carol McEntee (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 9, 2026

HB 7010: AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- MEDICAL ASSISTANCE

Provides that licensed independent clinical social workers be able to enroll and bill Medicaid directly for covered services provided to adults with Medicaid fee-for-service coverage.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEnables licensed social workers to directly bill Medicaid, expanding mental health access for beneficiaries under fee-for-service coverage.90% confidence
Doc Corvese (D) Anthony DeSimone (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 9, 2026

HB 7272: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- THE HOSPITAL CONVERSIONS ACT

Prohibits the closure or significant reduction of services of a birthing center without notice, application, financial disclosure, public hearing, and approval by the department of health.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcarePrevents birthing center closures without oversight, protecting maternal healthcare access and service continuity per bill's prohibitions on service reductions.85% confidence
Karen Alzate (D) Terri Cortvriend (D) Susan Donovan (D) Alex Finkelman (D) Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 9, 2026

SB 2288: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- CORRECTIONS DEPARTMENT

SB 2288 allows probationers serving one year or more to earn time off their probation for compliance with court conditions, but excludes those serving probation for specific offenses including murder, sexual assault, and driving under the influence causing death. Probationers without violations can earn up to 10 days per month off their sentence, with credits calculated after completing any incarceration. Violations of probation conditions stop credit accumulation and may result in the loss of previously earned credits. The bill takes effect upon passage.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeAllows probationers to earn sentence reduction for compliance, promoting rehabilitation and reducing recidivism while excluding only severe offenses.85% confidence
Bob Britto (D) Brian Thompson (D) Thomas Paolino (R) Mark McKenney (D) David Tikoian (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 9, 2026

SB 2310: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- ACCIDENTS AND ACCIDENT REPORTS -- THE MATTHEW O'GARA ACT OF 2026

Increases the penalties for a first offense of leaving the scene of an accident resulting in death to a minimum 10 years in incarceration, a minimum of $10,000 and a minimum license revocation of 10 years.
Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeIncreases mandatory minimum sentence (10 years) for hit-and-run causing death, opposing reform by strengthening punitive sentencing without rehabilitation focus.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationIncreases penalties for hit-and-run causing death, enhancing road safety standards per transportation safety indicators.95% confidence
David Tikoian (D) Pete Appollonio (D) Lou DiPalma (D) Hanna Gallo (D) Andrew Dimitri (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 9, 2026

HB 7399: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- SALES AND USE TAXES -- LIABILITY AND COMPUTATION

HB 7399 removes pet care services (like grooming or boarding) from the list of taxable services under the state's sales tax code. This change means pet care businesses will no longer have to collect sales tax on these services, directly affecting them and their customers. The bill specifically repeals the tax classification for pet care services as defined in sections 44-18-7(19) and 44-18-7.3(b)(3) of the tax code. It is currently in the early stages of the legislative process, having been introduced on January 28, 2026.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRemoves sales tax on pet care services, providing tax relief to businesses and customers, aligning with tax relief indicators for middle/lower income.95% confidence
Dick Fascia (R) Bob Quattrocchi (R) George Nardone (R) David Place (R) Marie Hopkins (R)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 9, 2026

HR 7401: JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $75,000 FOR THE JEWISH COLLABORATIVE SERVICES

HR 7401 is a procedural joint resolution that appropriates $75,000 to Jewish Collaborative Services. This funding directs a specific sum to the organization for its operational needs but does not establish new policies or affect broader populations. The resolution was introduced on January 28, 2026, and referred to the House Finance Committee.
Bob Quattrocchi (R) Jennifer Boylan (D) Brian Newberry (R) Chris Paplauskas (R) Brandon Potter (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 9, 2026

HB 7468: AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- STATE AID

Increases the amount of state aid distributed to the towns and cities through appropriation in lieu of property tax provisions applicable to certain private and state properties that are exempt from property tax.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases state aid to municipalities via appropriation, directly funding local government budgets through tax-exempt property provisions.90% confidence
Scott Slater (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 9, 2026

SB 2380: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- THE HOSPITAL CONVERSIONS ACT

Prohibits the closure or significant reduction of services of a birthing center without notice, application, financial disclosure, public hearing, and approval by the department of health.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProhibits abrupt birthing center closures without public oversight, protecting maternal healthcare access and patient rights per healthcare policy indicators.95% confidence
Lou DiPalma (D) Linda Ujifusa (D) Dawn Euer (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 9, 2026

SB 2402: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- MOTOR VEHICLE OFFENSES

SB 2402 increases penalties for drivers convicted of causing death or serious injury through reckless driving or driving under the influence of alcohol/drugs. The bill raises maximum prison sentences (e.g., from 10 to 20 years for causing death while driving recklessly), fines (e.g., from $10,000 to $20,000 for first-time DUI causing death), and license suspension periods. It also adds requirements for alcohol/drug treatment programs and longer financial responsibility proof before license reinstatement. This bill directly affects drivers convicted under sections 31-27-1, 31-27-1.1, 31-27-2.2, and 31-27-2.6 of the state’s motor vehicle laws. The bill is currently in committee (introduced January 30, 2026) and has not yet passed.
Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeIncreases prison sentences and fines for DUI causing death, strengthening punitive measures rather than advancing reform or rehabilitation.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill increases penalties for reckless driving/DUI causing death/injury, directly enhancing road safety standards under transportation regulations.95% confidence
Jessica de la Cruz (R) Brian Thompson (D) David Tikoian (D) Pete Appollonio (D) Lou DiPalma (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 9, 2026

SB 2403: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- SUSPENSION OR REVOCATION OF LICENSES

Requires that the license plates of a vehicle be confiscated by a police officer if the owner was arrested for driving while their license was suspended, revoked or cancelled for refusing to submit to a chemical test or for operating under the influence.
Brian Thompson (D) David Tikoian (D) Andrew Dimitri (D) Todd Patalano (D) John Burke (D)
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