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died · Rhode Island · House Apr 30, 2026

HB 7785: AN ACT RELATING TO ELECTIONS -- GENERAL STATE OFFICES-NON-PARTISAN ELECTION OF ATTORNEY GENERAL

HB 7785 changes how the state's attorney general is elected, requiring non-partisan elections starting with the 2030 general election. The bill removes party labels and nominations for the attorney general position, meaning candidates will run without political party affiliation, following the same process as independent candidates for other offices. This directly affects future attorney general candidates, who must file as independents rather than party nominees, and voters who will see the attorney general listed without a party designation on ballots. The law amends multiple sections of election statutes to implement this change and takes effect January 1, 2030.
Mike Chippendale (R) Brian Newberry (R) George Nardone (R) David Place (R)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 30, 2026

HB 7760: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- LILA MANFIELD SAPINSLEY COMPASSIONATE CARE ACT

Establishes the process to provide a legal mechanism whereby a terminally ill patient may choose to end their life using medications prescribed by a physician.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEnables terminally ill patients to access physician-prescribed end-of-life care, protecting patient autonomy and expanding healthcare options within medical practice.95% confidence
Terri Cortvriend (D) Cherie Cruz (D) Arthur Handy (D) Brandon Potter (D) Michelle McGaw (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 30, 2026

HB 7743: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- THE MANDATORY CARRYING OF EPINEPHRINE AUTOINJECTORS BY POLICE OFFICERS ACT

Requires all peace officers to carry epinephrine autoinjectors in their vehicles or on their person police departments to budget sufficient funds to purchase the epinephrine and autoinjectors and for training of every peace officer.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRequires police departments to budget funds for epinephrine autoinjectors and training, directing state spending toward public safety programs.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates police to carry epinephrine autoinjectors for emergency allergic reaction treatment, enhancing public health access and response.90% confidence
Susan Donovan (D) Lauren Carson (D) Megan Cotter (D) Brandon Potter (D) Michelle McGaw (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 30, 2026

HR 7811: JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $500,000 TO ONWARD WE LEARN IN SUPPORT OF RHODE ISLAND GEAR UP

HR 7811 is a joint resolution appropriating $500,000 from the state treasury for the fiscal year 2026-2027 to fund Rhode Island's GEAR UP program through Onward We Learn. This funding supports college access and success services for Rhode Island students, particularly those from low-income backgrounds, including academic enrichment, career preparation, and scholarships of up to $4,500 annually for four years. The appropriation fulfills Rhode Island’s required dollar-for-dollar match for a federal GEAR UP grant administered by the state’s Office of Postsecondary Commissioner. The funds directly benefit students participating in Onward We Learn’s programs, which have historically provided over $55 million in scholarships to approximately 13,500 students.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $500,000 from state treasury for GEAR UP program funding college access services, directly increasing public education funding for low-income students.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill appropriates $500,000 for Rhode Island GEAR UP program, funding college access services, academic enrichment, career prep, and scholarships for low-income students, directly expanding educational access and support.90% confidence
Karen Alzate (D) Scott Slater (D) Jennifer Boylan (D) Nathan Biah (D) Bill O'Brien (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 30, 2026

HB 7795: AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- MEDICAL ASSISTANCE

Provides that services provided by graduate student interns who work under a supervisory protocol would be eligible to be paid from Medicaid reimbursement.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands Medicaid coverage by allowing reimbursement for graduate intern services, increasing access to healthcare providers under supervision.90% confidence
Susan Donovan (D) Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (D) Lauren Carson (D) Kathleen Fogarty (D) Arthur Handy (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 30, 2026

SB 2595: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- CHILDREN

Prohibits the distribution, transfer, or possession of any material that depicts a minor engaging in sexually explicit conduct and is obscene and lacks serious literary, artistic, political, or scientific value.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProhibits child sexual abuse material, a core criminal justice measure that advances public safety and law enforcement.95% confidence
Jessica de la Cruz (R) Gordon Rogers (R)
died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 30, 2026

SB 2603: AN ACT RELATING TO COURTS AND CIVIL PROCEDURE -- PROCEDURE GENERALLY -- CAUSES OF ACTION

Grants an affirmative defense for certain privileged communications, including communications made by an individual, without malice, regarding an incident of sexual assault, harassment, or discrimination.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeGrants defense for privileged communications in sexual assault/harassment cases, protecting victim rights and aligning with civil rights protections in criminal justice.90% confidence
Bob Britto (D) Matt LaMountain (D) Mark McKenney (D) David Tikoian (D) Frank Ciccone (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 30, 2026

SB 2597: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- SEXUAL ASSAULT

Increases minimum sentence for first degree sexual assault and provides first 10 years of a sentence for first degree sexual assault not be subject to a suspension or deferment of sentence.
Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeIncreases mandatory minimum sentences and prohibits suspension of first 10 years for sexual assault, aligning with 'increases mandatory sentences' indicator.95% confidence
Jessica de la Cruz (R) Gordon Rogers (R)
died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 30, 2026

SB 2596: AN ACT RELATING TO DOMESTIC RELATIONS -- ADOPTION OF CHILDREN

SB 2596 requires family courts to grant post-separation visitation rights for siblings separated through adoption, foster care, or guardianship. It directly affects children in these situations and their separated siblings, ensuring they can maintain contact unless it harms a child's well-being. The bill mandates courts to approve visitation if it serves the child's best interests, there's a strong emotional bond, and parents/guardians negotiate in good faith. It also requires children aged 12+ to be heard in court and prohibits monetary damages in related disputes. The law takes effect upon passage.
Ryan Pearson (D) Brian Thompson (D) Matt LaMountain (D) David Tikoian (D) Andrew Dimitri (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 30, 2026

SB 2536: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PERSONAL INCOME TAX

SB 2536 modifies Rhode Island's personal income tax code to exclude up to $25,000 of social security income from taxable income for residents. This change applies to tax years beginning on or after January 1, 2027, directly affecting Rhode Island residents receiving social security benefits. The bill amends Section 44-30-12 to add this exclusion as a modification reducing federal adjusted gross income. It does not change other tax provisions but specifically lowers taxable income for qualifying social security recipients. The bill is currently pending in the Senate Finance Committee after introduction on February 13, 2026.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExcludes social security income from taxable income, providing tax relief to lower/middle-income retirees, directly aligning with tax relief indicators for Budget & Taxes.95% confidence
Bob Britto (D) Walter Felag (D) Matt LaMountain (D) Mark McKenney (D) David Tikoian (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 30, 2026

SB 2539: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PERSONAL INCOME TAX

Gradually phases in modifications to federal adjusted gross income over a four (4) year period for social security income, from twenty-five percent (25%) up to one hundred percent (100%), beginning on or after January 1, 2027.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesPhases in higher tax exemption for social security income, providing relief to recipients (typically lower income). Direct tax reduction aligning with support indicators.95% confidence
Bob Britto (D) Walter Felag (D) Matt LaMountain (D) Mark McKenney (D) David Tikoian (D)
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