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died · Rhode Island · Senate May 13, 2025

SB 793: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE-- ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE POLICIES

Increases individual, group, and Medicaid insurance rates of reimbursement for ambulance and wheelchair van services to be equal to reimbursement rates provided by Medicare for the same medical services.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareIncreases reimbursement rates for ambulance/wheelchair services to Medicare levels, improving provider access and coverage for critical health services.95% confidence
Lou DiPalma (D) Victoria Gu (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate May 13, 2025

SB 431: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PROPERTY SUBJECT TO TAXATION

Exempts certain urban and small farmers from sales taxes, real, tangible and personal property taxes and income taxes. Also defines urban and small farmers and urban farmland.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExempts small farmers from multiple taxes, providing direct tax relief as a support indicator for Budget & Taxes.95% confidence
Bob Britto (D) Lou DiPalma (D) Alana DiMario (D) Tiara Mack (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate May 13, 2025

SB 657: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- RHODE ISLAND TAX AMNESTY ACT OF 2017

This bill, known as the Rhode Island Tax Amnesty Act of 2017, establishes a program for taxpayers with overdue taxes. It authorizes the tax administrator to waive interest and penalties on delinquent taxes. To qualify, taxpayers must pay their full outstanding tax amount during a one-week tax amnesty period, which the tax administrator will determine for each fiscal year.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesWaives interest/penalties on overdue taxes during amnesty period, encouraging full payment and boosting state revenue collection without increasing tax rates.95% confidence
Bob Britto (D) Jessica de la Cruz (R) Brian Thompson (D) David Tikoian (D) Lou DiPalma (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate May 13, 2025

SB 1016: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- MOTOR VEHICLE OFFENSES

Requires persons convicted of driving under influence or refusal to submit to chemical test, have an ignition interlock system installed in vehicle as part of sentence and to pay an assessment to pay for the interlock systems.
Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeMandates ignition interlocks as sentencing requirement for DUI, increasing punitive measures and defendant obligations without reform focus.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates ignition interlocks for DUI offenders, directly enhancing road safety through vehicle regulation as part of transportation policy.92% confidence
Bob Britto (D) Matt LaMountain (D) Mark McKenney (D) David Tikoian (D) John Burke (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate May 13, 2025

SB 846: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- BOARD OF MEDICAL LICENSURE AND DISCIPLINE

Prohibits healthcare providers and health plans from denying the payment of a medical bill, solely because the bill may have arisen from a third-party claim.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProhibits denial of medical bill payment due to third-party claims, protecting patient access to care and preventing insurance coverage restrictions.95% confidence
Bob Britto (D) Walter Felag (D) Mark McKenney (D) David Tikoian (D) Hanna Gallo (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate May 13, 2025

SB 975: AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- MEDICAL ASSISTANCE

SB 975 aims to expand medical assistance coverage for "community medical services" provided to eligible recipients. These services are intended for individuals who frequently use hospital emergency departments or are identified by their primary care provider as needing care to prevent hospital or nursing facility admissions. The bill directs the Executive Office of Health and Human Services to establish a reimbursement system for licensed medical professionals, such as nurses and paramedics, offering these services. Covered services, including health assessments and medication compliance, must be part of a care plan ordered by a primary health care provider and coordinated with other community health providers. The state must also seek federal approval to implement this program.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands medical assistance coverage for community services to prevent hospital admissions, improving patient access and reducing ER reliance through provider reimbursement.95% confidence
Jessica de la Cruz (R) Bridget Valverde (D) Gordon Rogers (R)
died · Rhode Island · Senate May 13, 2025

SB 145: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- SENTENCE AND EXECUTION

Requires the courts to consider the parental status of the defendant at the time of sentencing and allows the defendant to present a family impact statement, including testimony, videos and documents relative to their parental status.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill mandates courts to consider parental status and family impact at sentencing, promoting individualized sentencing and rehabilitation - key criminal justice reform principles.95% confidence
Jonathon Acosta (D) Meghan Kallman (D) Bridget Valverde (D) John Burke (D) Dawn Euer (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate May 13, 2025

SB 662: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- REGIONAL VOCATIONAL SCHOOLS

SB 662 aims to improve communication and adjust financial responsibilities between school districts for students attending career and technical education (CTE) or pathways programs outside their home district. Effective July 1, 2025, receiving districts must provide quarterly updates to home districts on these students' status, including any withdrawal from the program. The bill also limits the home district's financial responsibility for education costs to the lower per-pupil cost of the receiving district, if applicable. Additionally, home districts will only be required to pay the actual cost of transportation for these students.
Bob Britto (D) Sam Zurier (D) Matt LaMountain (D) Mark McKenney (D) David Tikoian (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate May 13, 2025

SB 794: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE POLICIES

Authorizes emergency medical service agencies to transport individuals to alternative facilities for treatment and permits licensed providers for mental health disorders to treat patients within the community.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAuthorizes community-based mental health treatment and emergency transport options, expanding patient access to care within the healthcare topic framework.90% confidence
Brian Thompson (D) Pete Appollonio (D) Bridget Valverde (D) Linda Ujifusa (D) Alana DiMario (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate May 13, 2025

SB 924: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- THE MEDICAID REENTRY ACT

Requires that Medicaid enrollment be maintained or provided to all inmates in the first 30 days of incarceration at the adult correctional institutions within the department of corrections and the last 30 days of incarceration when possible.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeMaintains Medicaid access during incarceration and reentry, directly supporting rehabilitation programs and reducing recidivism - key criminal justice reform goals.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires Medicaid enrollment continuity for inmates during incarceration and reentry, expanding healthcare access for a vulnerable population.95% confidence
Matt LaMountain (D) Mark McKenney (D) Pete Appollonio (D) Andrew Dimitri (D) Val Lawson (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate May 13, 2025

SR 1003: JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $991,000 FOR THE TOWN OF MIDDLETOWN

Authorizes the appropriation of the sum of $991,000 for the town of Middletown to upgrade the gymnasium at the new Middletown middle high school to serve as a regional emergency shelter.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $991,000 from state budget for public infrastructure (emergency shelter), directly funding essential services through fiscal allocation.95% confidence
Lou DiPalma (D)
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