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died · Rhode Island · House Apr 24, 2025

HB 6149: AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- RHODE ISLAND MEALS ON WHEELS INC. FUND

HB 6149 establishes the Rhode Island Meals on Wheels Inc. Fund as a dedicated fund within the state's general fund. Starting with the 2025 tax year, Rhode Island taxpayers can contribute to this fund by designating a portion of their state personal income tax refund. The collected money will be distributed annually to the Rhode Island Meals on Wheels Inc. Fund for the exclusive benefit of eligible individuals and families receiving services.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates tax-based funding mechanism directing refunds to Meals on Wheels, funding essential social services through voluntary taxpayer contributions.95% confidence
Mike Chippendale (R) Bob Quattrocchi (R) Tom Noret (D) Lauren Carson (D) Brian Newberry (R)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 24, 2025

HB 5884: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- NONTRANSPARENT WINDSHIELDS AND WINDOWS

HB 5884 amends existing Rhode Island law regarding tinted windows on motor vehicles. The bill specifically creates a new exemption for members of the Rhode Island judiciary. This means that motor vehicles owned and operated by Rhode Island judiciary members would not be subject to the state's restrictions on nontransparent windshields and windows.
Brian Newberry (R) Jon Brien (I) Matthew Dawson (D) Evan Shanley (D) Jason Knight (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 24, 2025

HB 5361: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- ELECTRONIC INFORMATION AND DATA PRIVACY ACT

Requires law enforcement agencies to obtain search warrants for electronic information, data, location information and other identifying information of subscribers and customers, except in specified circumstances.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRequires warrants for law enforcement access to electronic data, protecting civil rights and enhancing privacy oversight in criminal procedure.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires warrants for law enforcement access to electronic data, strengthening privacy protections under criminal procedure.95% confidence
Cherie Cruz (D) Brandon Potter (D) David Morales (D) David Place (R) Carol McEntee (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 24, 2025

HB 6229: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- STATE CRIME LABORATORY COMMISSION

HB 6229 repeals the existing State Crime Laboratory Commission, which currently oversees the Rhode Island state crime laboratory. This bill dismantles the commission's structure, including its specific membership and powers to set policy and budget. Instead, it establishes the state crime laboratory directly within the Department of Attorney General. This shifts the administrative and oversight responsibilities for the state's crime lab from an independent commission to the Attorney General's office.
Robert Craven (D) Matthew Dawson (D) Jason Knight (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 24, 2025

HB 5194: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PROPERTY TAX RELIEF

HB 5194 seeks to provide property tax relief to elderly and disabled persons who own or rent their homes. The bill increases the maximum income threshold for eligibility for property tax credits to $50,000. It also raises the maximum available tax credit to $850 for tax years beginning on or after January 1, 2026. Furthermore, the bill introduces annual adjustments to both the income range and the maximum credit based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI-U).
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases property tax relief for elderly/disabled by raising income threshold and credit amount, directly supporting lower-income tax relief under Budget & Taxes.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingProvides property tax relief to elderly/disabled homeowners/renters, reducing housing costs and increasing affordability for vulnerable groups through expanded credits and CPI adjustments.95% confidence
Susan Donovan (D) Tina Spears (D) Megan Cotter (D) Kathleen Fogarty (D) Brandon Potter (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 24, 2025

HB 6072: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PERSONAL INCOME TAX -- CHILD TAX CREDIT

Bill HB 6072 proposes to establish a child tax credit within Rhode Island's personal income tax system. This credit would allow taxpayers to claim one thousand dollars ($1,000) for each dependent. The bill amends existing state tax laws to incorporate this new credit, directly affecting Rhode Island residents who pay personal income tax and have dependents.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEstablishes $1,000 per dependent tax credit, reducing tax burden for families - direct tax relief aligning with support indicators.95% confidence
Karen Alzate (D) Cherie Cruz (D) Grace Diaz (D) Brandon Potter (D) Julie Casimiro (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 24, 2025

HR 5234: JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $500,000 TO THE UNITED WAY OF RHODE ISLAND FOR THE 2-1-1 HUMAN SERVICES HOTLINE

HR 5234 is a joint resolution proposing to appropriate $500,000 from the state treasury to the United Way of Rhode Island. This funding is designated to provide operational support for the 2-1-1 system. The 2-1-1 service is a free and confidential hotline available to all Rhode Islanders 24/7, connecting them to assistance for needs like housing, childcare, healthcare, food, and utilities. It also serves as a communication resource during state crises and natural disasters.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $500k from state treasury to fund 2-1-1 public service hotline, increasing government spending on essential human services and crisis response.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingFunds 2-1-1 hotline connecting residents to housing assistance, strengthening access to housing resources through operational support.85% confidence
Tom Noret (D) Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (D) Grace Diaz (D) Megan Cotter (D) Arthur Handy (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 24, 2025

HB 6211: 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 for DUI offenders as sentencing requirement, increasing mandatory components without reform focus.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates ignition interlocks for DUI offenders, enhancing road safety through vehicle regulation, aligning with transportation safety indicators.95% confidence
Tom Noret (D) Pat Serpa (D) Julie Casimiro (D) Earl Read (D) Robert Craven (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 24, 2025

HB 6106: AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- INSURANCE ON MULTI-UNIT DWELLINGS -- TENANT RELOCATION INSURANCE

HB 6106 requires owners of "large multi-family dwellings" (buildings with more than 12 residential units) to obtain insurance that covers temporary housing for displaced tenants. This insurance must provide at least 30 days of alternate accommodations and storage costs if the building becomes uninhabitable due to events like fire, natural disaster, or loss of its certificate of occupancy. Landlords must inform tenants of this coverage, and the Department of Business Regulation can enforce compliance with fines. Tenants are also granted rights, including prompt notification of relocation arrangements and the ability to pursue legal action for non-compliance.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates tenant relocation insurance for displaced tenants during building uninhabitability events, strengthening tenant protections.90% confidence
Dick Fascia (R) Ramon Perez (D) Cherie Cruz (D) Deb Fellela (D) David Morales (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 24, 2025

HB 6146: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- BURGLARY AND BREAKING AND ENTERING

HB 6146 establishes a rebuttable presumption of self-defense for property owners, tenants, or occupiers who cause injury or death to an individual committing certain criminal offenses. If a person is injured or dies while engaged in specific crimes, such as burglary or violent offenses against a person, the owner is presumed to have acted by reasonable means and in the belief that great bodily harm or death was imminent. This presumption applies in both civil and criminal proceedings. The bill also specifies that there is no duty for the owner or occupier to retreat from such an individual.
Mike Chippendale (R) Tom Noret (D) Chris Paplauskas (R) Doc Corvese (D) David Place (R)
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