Rhode Island Bills

passed · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 28, 2026

SR 3226: SENATE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF MARY ANN JOHNSON

This Senate resolution expresses condolences for the passing of Mary Ann "Mare" Johnson, a lifelong resident of Rhode Island who died on April 5, 2026. The measure formally acknowledges her life and directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies of the resolution to her family. It does not create new laws or policy changes but serves as a ceremonial gesture of sympathy from the state legislature.

Walter Felag (D) Sam Zurier (D) Matt LaMountain (D) Mark McKenney (D) Pete Appollonio (D)

passed · Rhode Island · House Apr 28, 2026

HR 8480: HOUSE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING APRIL 28, 2026, AS "PAY IT FORWARD WITH LOVE FROM TORI DAY" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

This bill is a ceremonial resolution that designates April 28, 2026, as 'Pay It Forward With Love From Tori Day' in Rhode Island. It honors the memory of Tori Lynn Andreozzi and encourages residents to perform acts of kindness on that date. The measure directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to Cathy Andreozzi.

passed · Rhode Island · House Apr 28, 2026

HR 8479: HOUSE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING APRIL 28, 2026, TO BE "ARTS DAY IN RHODE ISLAND"

This bill designates April 28, 2026, as 'Arts Day in Rhode Island' to honor the importance of arts and culture in the state. It encourages residents to reflect on how these fields enrich their lives and support local economies and schools. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send copies of the document to the Rhode Island State Council on the Arts and the Rhode Island Coalition for the Arts.

Topics ✓ Education

passed · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 28, 2026

SR 3232: SENATE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING APRIL 28, 2026, TO BE "ARTS DAY IN RHODE ISLAND"

This Senate resolution designates April 28, 2026, as "Arts Day in Rhode Island" to highlight the importance of arts and culture within the state. The bill encourages all residents to reflect on how creative activities enrich their lives and support local communities. It does not create new laws or funding but serves as a formal proclamation to recognize the economic and social benefits of the arts sector. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send copies of the document to the Rhode Island State Council on the Arts and the Rhode Island Coalition for the Arts.

passed · Rhode Island · House Apr 28, 2026

HR 8478: HOUSE RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING APRIL 12-18, 2026, AS "NATIONAL PUBLIC SAFETY TELECOMMUNICATORS WEEK" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

This bill designates April 12-18, 2026, as "National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week" within the State of Rhode Island to honor the work of 9-1-1 dispatchers and other emergency call handlers. The resolution formally recognizes these professionals as the vital link between the public and emergency services, highlighting their role in managing hundreds of thousands of calls annually through the state's centralized E-911 system. It directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies of the resolution to the Director of the Rhode Island Department of Public Safety, the Superintendent of the Rhode Island State Police, and the Director of the E-911 system. This measure serves as a commemorative acknowledgment rather than establishing new operational rules or funding.

passed · Rhode Island · House Apr 28, 2026

HR 8477: HOUSE RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING THE VITAL ROLE OF INDEPENDENT COMMUNITY PHARMACIES IN RHODE ISLAND

This House Resolution formally acknowledges the contributions of independent community pharmacies to Rhode Island's healthcare system and local economies. It directs the Secretary of State to send copies of the resolution to the Rhode Island Pharmacists Association and independent pharmacies throughout the state.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 28, 2026

SR 3233: SENATE RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING THE VITAL ROLE OF INDEPENDENT COMMUNITY PHARMACIES IN RHODE ISLAND

This Senate resolution formally acknowledges the essential contributions of independent community pharmacies to Rhode Island's healthcare system and local economies. It highlights how these locally owned businesses provide personalized care, support neighborhood jobs, and offer reliable access to medications for residents, particularly seniors and those with chronic conditions. The document expresses appreciation for pharmacists and their staff while directing the Secretary of State to send copies of the resolution to the Rhode Island Pharmacists Association and independent pharmacies. As a symbolic measure, the bill does not alter any laws or funding but serves to honor the role these pharmacies play in the state.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed · Rhode Island · House Apr 28, 2026

HB 7747: AN ACT RELATING TO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES -- REGULATION OF SALES

Prohibits the holding of multiple drivers licenses or identification cards and would change the term "re-constructed salvage" to "rebuilt salvage" for purposes of the Rhode Island salvage law.

passed · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 17, 2026

SB 2409: AN ACT RELATING TO LABOR AND LABOR RELATIONS -- MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES' ARBITRATION

Recognizes that municipal employees have the opportunity to utilize binding arbitration and establishes new factors for the arbitrators to consider. These factors include comparisons of wages/hourly conditions of employment in similarly skilled jobs.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment

passed · Rhode Island · House Apr 16, 2026

HR 8456: HOUSE RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING THE 78TH ANNIVERSARY OF ISRAEL'S DAY OF INDEPENDENCE ON APRIL 21ST THROUGH APRIL 22ND, 2026, AND REAFFIRMING THE BONDS OF FRIENDSHIP AND COOPERATION BETWEEN RHODE ISLAND, THE UNITED STATES, AND THE STATE OF ISRAEL

This bill is a House Resolution that formally recognizes the 78th anniversary of Israel's independence and reaffirms the friendship between Rhode Island, the United States, and Israel. It does not change any laws or policies but instead serves as a symbolic statement acknowledging shared democratic values and the historical significance of Israel's establishment. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies to Jewish and Israeli leadership groups in Rhode Island and Boston.

passed · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 16, 2026

SR 3221: SENATE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING APRIL TO BE "HOLOCAUST & GENOCIDE AWARENESS MONTH" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

This Senate resolution officially designates April as "Holocaust & Genocide Awareness Month" in Rhode Island. It encourages history and social science teachers to include lessons about past and ongoing genocides in their classrooms to promote understanding and prevent future atrocities. The bill directs the Secretary of State to send copies of this proclamation to the Commissioner of Education and the state's Holocaust and Genocide Education Commission.

passed · Rhode Island · House Apr 16, 2026

HR 8459: HOUSE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING APRIL 16, 2026, TO BE "COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF RHODE ISLAND DAY" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

This legislative resolution designates April 16, 2026, as "Community College of Rhode Island Day" within the state. It directly affects the Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI) by formally recognizing its role in higher education and workforce development. The bill does not alter any laws or funding but serves as a symbolic proclamation to honor the institution's contributions to the state's economy and residents. A copy of the resolution will be sent to the CCRI president to acknowledge the designation.

Topics ✓ Education

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