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died · Rhode Island · House Apr 3, 2025

HR 5459: JOINT RESOLUTION TO APPROVE, PUBLISH AND SUBMIT TO THE ELECTORS A PROPOSITION OF AMENDMENT TO THE CONSTITUTION -- RIGHT TO AN ADEQUATE EDUCATION

Amends the constitution to guarantee Rhode Island residents with equal opportunity to receive an education that is adequate, equitable and meaningful and provides judicial enforcement of this provision.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationConstitutional guarantee for adequate, equitable education with judicial enforcement directly strengthens educational rights and access as defined in the topic description.95% confidence
Terri Cortvriend (D) Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (D) Deb Fellela (D) Pat Serpa (D) Arthur Handy (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 3, 2025

HB 5925: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- SEXUAL OFFENDER REGISTRATION AND COMMUNITY NOTIFICATION

Makes it a felony for any person required to register as a sex offender to live within three hundred feet (300’) of a school as defined in § 11-37.1-2.
Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeMakes sex offender proximity to schools a felony, expanding criminalization and restrictions on offenders, aligning with OPPOSE indicators.95% confidence
Dick Fascia (R) Mike Chippendale (R) Deb Fellela (D) George Nardone (R) David Place (R)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 3, 2025

HR 5732: JOINT RESOLUTION TO APPROVE AND PUBLISH AND SUBMIT TO THE ELECTORS A PROPOSITION OF AMENDMENT TO THE CONSTITUTION – GREEN AMENDMENT

HR 5732 proposes a constitutional amendment (the "Green Amendment") that would add a new right to all Rhode Islanders: the inherent right to clean air, clean water, healthy soil, a stable climate, and preservation of natural, scenic, and recreational environmental values. If approved by voters, it would require the state to act as a trustee of natural resources, protecting these rights equitably for all people regardless of race, gender, or income, and for both current and future generations. The amendment would take effect January 1, 2027, and must be voted on by Rhode Island residents at the next statewide general election. This is a procedural proposal - voters must approve it before it becomes part of the state constitution.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes constitutional right to clean environment, mandates state as trustee for natural resources, and requires equitable protection for all people and future generations.95% confidence
Terri Cortvriend (D) Susan Donovan (D) Tina Spears (D) Lauren Carson (D) Jennifer Boylan (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 3, 2025

HR 5975: JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $1,000,000 FOR THE PURCHASE, CANCELLATION AND FORGIVENESS OF MEDICAL DEBT

Authorizes the appropriation of the sum of $1,000,000 for the continued purchase, cancellation and forgiveness of medical debt consistent with section 35-4-21.1 of the General Laws.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $1M for medical debt forgiveness, directly funding a public service program under state budget authority.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareFunds medical debt forgiveness, directly reducing patient financial barriers and enhancing healthcare access through targeted debt relief.95% confidence
Karen Alzate (D) Scott Slater (D) Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (D) Jennifer Boylan (D) Kathleen Fogarty (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 3, 2025

HB 5180: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINALS -- CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTIONS -- PAROLE

Requires one elector of the parole board to be a person directly impacted by the criminal justice system who has completed the probation/parole process three (3) or more years prior to selection with a professional background in certain enumerated areas.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRequires parole board member with lived justice system experience, aligning with reform goals to improve decision-making and reduce recidivism through victim-impacted perspectives.92% confidence
Joseph Solomon (D) Cherie Cruz (D) Grace Diaz (D) David Morales (D) Carol McEntee (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 3, 2025

HB 5876: AN ACT RELATING TO MILITARY AFFAIRS AND DEFENSE -- GENERAL PROVISIONS

HB 5876 establishes a permanent 11-member special commission in Rhode Island to investigate threats from nuclear weapons and their impacts on the state. The commission will examine risks like infrastructure collapse, environmental damage, health harms, and disruptions from nearby attacks, while also exploring transitions from nuclear-related jobs to climate and social programs. It must hold public hearings statewide and submit findings and recommendations to state leaders by August 6, 2026. The bill directly affects all Rhode Island residents by focusing on their safety and resilience against nuclear threats.
Cherie Cruz (D) Jennifer Stewart (D) Enrique Sanchez (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 3, 2025

HB 5350: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT-- CORRECTIONS DEPARTMENT

Repeals 42-56-38.1 and requires the department of corrections to provide free communication services to inmates and juveniles held in residential placement or detention centers and requires that those facilities provide in-person contact visits.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRequires free communication and in-person visits for inmates/juveniles, promoting family connections to reduce recidivism - key criminal justice reform indicator.90% confidence
Cherie Cruz (D) Brandon Potter (D) David Morales (D) Robert Craven (D) Leo Felix (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 3, 2025

HB 5391: AN ACT RELATING TO PARKS AND RECREATIONAL AREAS -- PREFERENCE FOR RESIDENTS

HB 5391 gives Rhode Island residents priority over nonresidents for reserving campsites and recreational facilities by allowing residents a two-hour head start on the online reservation system. It also provides a 50% fee reduction for 100% disabled veterans on specific state recreational fees, including licensing, camping, and picnic table fees. The bill does not cover all fees (like parking or golf admission) but requires proper disability verification for veterans' benefits. This policy directly affects state park users and veterans with qualifying disabilities.
Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransProvides 50% fee reduction for 100% disabled veterans on specific recreational fees, directly expanding benefits for veterans as defined in topic description.90% confidence
Deb Fellela (D) Brian Kennedy (D) Mia Ackerman (D) Sam Azzinaro (D) Paul Santucci (R)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 3, 2025

HR 6018: JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $500,000 TO THE GLORIA GEMMA FOUNDATION

HR 6018 is a joint resolution appropriating $500,000 from state funds to support the Gloria Gemma Foundation's new cancer survivorship and wellbeing center in Rhode Island. The funds would provide operational support for the center's free programs, which offer mental, physical, and spiritual wellness services to cancer patients and survivors. This resolution directly benefits cancer patients in Rhode Island, particularly those facing financial hardship or mental health challenges related to their diagnosis. The appropriation is for the 2025-2026 fiscal year and does not create new policy or alter existing laws.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $500k from state budget to fund cancer survivorship programs, directly supporting public health services through government spending.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllocates $500k to fund cancer survivorship center providing mental/physical wellness services to patients, directly supporting healthcare access and mental health services.95% confidence
Karen Alzate (D) Scott Slater (D) Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (D) Jennifer Boylan (D) Teresa Tanzi (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 3, 2025

HB 5739: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- CRIMINAL INJURIES COMPENSATION

Funds the state crime victim compensation program through an additional one dollar ($1.00) fine on traffic violations, exclusive of violations related to the parking of vehicles.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeFunds victim compensation program via traffic fine, directly supporting crime victims within criminal justice system95% confidence
Dick Fascia (R) Kathleen Fogarty (D) Teresa Tanzi (D) Raymond Hull (D) John Lombardi (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 3, 2025

SB 811: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- THE BODY CAMERAS FOR CORRECTIONAL FACILITIES ACT -- THE WILLIE WASHINGTON, JR. ACT

Establishes The Body Cameras for Correctional Facilities Act which mandates all department of corrections staff with direct supervision rolls to wear body cameras while on duty in their assigned facility.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeMandates body cameras for correctional staff to enhance accountability and transparency in facilities, aligning with criminal justice reform indicators.95% confidence
Ryan Pearson (D) Jonathon Acosta (D) Meghan Kallman (D) Mark McKenney (D) Bridget Valverde (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 3, 2025

SB 143: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- CORRECTIONS DEPARTMENT

Establishes a program within the adult correctional institution to permit medication assisted treatment approved by the FDA to be provided for the treatment of opioid use disorder to any incarcerated individual.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeEstablishes FDA-approved medication-assisted treatment for opioid use disorder in correctional facilities, promoting rehabilitation and reducing recidivism - core criminal justice reform goals.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProvides FDA-approved medication-assisted treatment for opioid use disorder in correctional facilities, expanding healthcare access for incarcerated individuals.95% confidence
Meghan Kallman (D) Bridget Valverde (D) Alana DiMario (D) Tiara Mack (D) Pam Lauria (D)
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