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passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 28, 2026

SR 3332: SENATE RESOLUTION DECLARING MAY 28, 2026, AS "PHARMACY ADVOCACY DAY" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

This Senate resolution officially designates May 28, 2026, as "Pharmacy Advocacy Day" throughout Rhode Island. The measure recognizes the vital contributions of pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and student pharmacists to patient care and public health within the state. By declaring this specific date, the resolution encourages citizens and healthcare organizations to participate in events that highlight the role of pharmacy professionals in shaping healthcare policy. Additionally, the Secretary of State is instructed to send certified copies of the resolution to the Rhode Island Pharmacists Association and the Rhode Island Board of Pharmacy.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill designates a day to recognize pharmacy professionals' contributions to patient care and public health, promoting their role in healthcare policy.85% confidence
Bob Britto (D) Meghan Kallman (D) Matt LaMountain (D) David Tikoian (D) Pete Appollonio (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 28, 2026

SR 3331: SENATE RESOLUTION CELEBRATING AND HONORING THE GIRL SCOUTS OF SOUTHEASTERN NEW ENGLAND

This Senate resolution honors the Girl Scouts of Southeastern New England for their long-standing work in empowering girls through leadership and community service. The bill formally expresses gratitude to the organization and its volunteers for their contributions to youth development and environmental stewardship in Rhode Island. It directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to the organization's CEO, Dana Borrelli-Murray, as a gesture of appreciation.
Bob Britto (D) Matt LaMountain (D) David Tikoian (D) Pete Appollonio (D) Lou DiPalma (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 28, 2026

SB 3097: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIES GENERALLY

This bill requires all vehicles operating within Rhode Island to display a permanent U.S. Department of Transportation number starting April 1, 2027. The rule applies to commercial motor vehicles weighing over 10,001 pounds, those transporting hazardous materials, or vehicles designed to carry more than eight passengers for compensation. Several exemptions exist for government-owned vehicles, municipal transit buses, school buses, and driving school vehicles. Violations of the marking requirement or operating a vehicle declared out of service due to safety issues can result in fines.
Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances transportation safety by requiring DOT numbers on commercial vehicles, improving vehicle identification and regulatory compliance.85% confidence
Bob Britto (D) Mark McKenney (D) John Burke (D) Lori Urso (D) Jake Bissaillon (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 28, 2026

SB 2899: AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- CONDOMINIUM LAW

This bill amends Virginia's condominium law to improve transparency and accountability for condominium associations. It requires associations to hold annual meetings, allows meetings to be conducted electronically with proper notice, and mandates that meeting minutes be made available to owners within 30 days. The bill also establishes a new requirement for independent financial audits every five years for associations governing more than 20 units, with copies available to all unit owners upon request. Additionally, it creates a condominium ombudsman position to assist owners with disputes and clarifies rules for accessing association records like financial statements and contracts.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill strengthens condominium governance through transparency measures, financial audits, and meeting requirements that protect owner rights and ensure accountability in housing associations.85% confidence
Bob Britto (D) Sam Zurier (D) Mark McKenney (D) Jake Bissaillon (D) Lou Raptakis (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 28, 2026

SB 2108: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE POLICIES

Prohibits insurance companies from paying a rate that is less than the approved Medicaid rate set by the executive office of health and human services.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProhibits insurers from paying below Medicaid rates, protecting patient access to affordable care and strengthening Medicaid coverage consistency.90% confidence
David Tikoian (D) Hanna Gallo (D) Alana DiMario (D) Frank Ciccone (D) Melissa Murray (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 28, 2026

SB 2268: AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- LOW AND MODERATE INCOME HOUSING

Allows faith-based organizations to develop affordable housing on land they own provided at least 50 % of the housing to be developed is low- or moderate-income housing and the land is owned or held in trust by the faith-based organizations.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill enables faith-based orgs to develop affordable housing by removing local barriers and expanding supply, directly increasing affordable housing access.95% confidence
Meghan Kallman (D) Sam Zurier (D) Mark McKenney (D) Lou DiPalma (D) Gordon Rogers (R)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 28, 2026

SB 2263: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- FARMLAND PRESERVATION ACT

Prohibits any city, town, quasi-municipal corporation or public corporation from assessing any existing agricultural operation or agricultural land for the extension of any water utilities past the property and from imposing any connection fee.
Brian Thompson (D) Matt LaMountain (D) Pete Appollonio (D) Elaine Morgan (R) Andrew Dimitri (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 27, 2026

SR 3329: SENATE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING MAY 10TH, 2026, TO BE "LUPUS DAY" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

This Senate resolution designates May 10, 2026, as Lupus Day in Rhode Island to raise awareness about the autoimmune disease that affects millions of people worldwide. The bill aims to highlight the need for better public understanding of lupus symptoms and improved access to specialized medical care for patients. Additionally, the resolution encourages charitable donations to the Lupus Foundation of America and similar organizations dedicated to research and patient support. The Secretary of State will officially send a copy of this proclamation to the foundation to formalize the state's recognition of the cause.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill designates Lupus Day to raise awareness, improve patient understanding, and encourage donations for research and care access.85% confidence
Walter Felag (D) Matt LaMountain (D) Pete Appollonio (D) Elaine Morgan (R) Hanna Gallo (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 27, 2026

SB 3061: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE POLICIES

Requires healthcare insurers, without prior authorization, to provide post-acute care services to patients discharged from a hospital for a minimum of seven (7) days commencing on or after January 1, 2027.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates insurers provide post-acute care services for 7 days, improving patient access to essential healthcare services after hospital discharge.85% confidence
Brian Thompson (D) Matt LaMountain (D) David Tikoian (D) Val Lawson (D) Frank Ciccone (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 27, 2026

SB 3058: AN ACT RELATING TO BEHAVIORAL HEALTHCARE, DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES AND HOSPITALS -- 988 CALL CENTER AND CRISIS OUTREACH AND STABILIZATION SERVICES CENTER OPERATIONS ACT

Establishes the operations necessary for a 988 hotline for suicide prevention/behavioral health crisis management. Establishes the operations necessary for acute mental health crisis outreach/stabilization services in direct response to the 988 hotline.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes 988 suicide prevention hotline and mental health crisis services, directly expanding access to behavioral healthcare and strengthening mental health infrastructure.95% confidence
Matt LaMountain (D) David Tikoian (D) Val Lawson (D) Frank Ciccone (D) Melissa Murray (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 27, 2026

SB 2517: AN ACT RELATING TO FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS -- COMMUNITY OBLIGATIONS AND BANKING OFFENSES

SB 2517 (2026) requires all ATMs in Rhode Island to display a consumer’s real-time available account balance *before* a cash withdrawal is completed. This affects every consumer using an ATM in the state and all banks, credit unions, and ATM operators (including non-bank owners) that provide cash withdrawal services. The key mechanism mandates a clear, prominent balance display before entering withdrawal amounts, with an option to cancel without charge, and prohibits fees for balance inquiries or declined transactions. The law, effective January 1, 2027, will be enforced by the Rhode Island Department of Business Regulation through fines for violations.
Brian Thompson (D) Lammis Vargas (D) Pete Appollonio (D) Lou DiPalma (D) Andrew Dimitri (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 27, 2026

SB 2125: AN ACT RELATING TO DELINQUENT AND DEPENDENT CHILDREN -- PROCEEDINGS IN FAMILY COURT

Removes the mandatory certification for an individual 16 years or older who was found delinquent for having committed 2 offenses after the age of 16 which would render the person subject to an indictment if the person was an adult.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRemoves mandatory adult indictment for juvenile offenders (16+ with 2 offenses), promoting rehabilitation-focused family court proceedings over punitive adult system.90% confidence
Meghan Kallman (D) Matt LaMountain (D) Mark McKenney (D) Frank Ciccone (D) Jake Bissaillon (D)
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