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signed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 10, 2026

SB 2151: AN ACT RELATING TO ANIMALS AND ANIMAL HUSBANDRY -- CRUELTY TO ANIMALS

Allows animal control officers in the cities and towns to lawfully take charge of and provide adequate care to any animal found abandoned or neglected or hazardously accumulated and includes them as agents authorized to enforce the provisions of this law.
Brian Thompson (D) Matt LaMountain (D) David Tikoian (D) Pete Appollonio (D) Andrew Dimitri (D)
signed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 10, 2026

SB 2079: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- HEALTH AND SAFETY OF PUPILS

Expands the requirement that all high schools and middle schools, whether they are publicly or privately run to maintain on site a functional AED while establishing and implementing a cardiac emergency response plan in these schools.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates AEDs and cardiac response plans in all K-12 schools, enhancing student safety infrastructure per education topic description.92% confidence
Thomas Paolino (R) Matt LaMountain (D) Mark McKenney (D) David Tikoian (D) Lou DiPalma (D)
signed · Rhode Island · House Jun 10, 2026

HB 7149: AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- RELIEF OF INJURED AND DECEASED FIRE FIGHTERS AND POLICE OFFICERS

Requires that before any fire fighter or police officer is eligible to receive benefits for illness or injury sustained off duty, they prove they had reasonable grounds to believe that an emergency existed that required immediate need of their assistance.
Topics ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentAdds eligibility barrier for first responder benefits, requiring proof of emergency before receiving compensation, restricting access to worker protections.90% confidence
Dick Fascia (R) Stephen Casey (D) Tom Noret (D) Bill O'Brien (D) Julie Casimiro (D)
signed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 10, 2026

SB 2326: AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- RELIEF OF INJURED AND DECEASED FIRE FIGHTERS AND POLICE OFFICERS

Requires that before any fire fighter or police officer is eligible to receive benefits for illness or injury sustained off duty, they prove they had reasonable grounds to believe that an emergency existed that required immediate need of their assistance.
Topics ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentRequires proof of emergency before benefits, restricting access to worker protections for first responders.90% confidence
Bob Britto (D) Brian Thompson (D) Matt LaMountain (D) David Tikoian (D) Pete Appollonio (D)
signed · Rhode Island · House Jun 10, 2026

HB 7027: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- HEALTH AND SAFETY OF PUPILS

Expands the requirement that all high schools and middle schools, whether they are publicly or privately run to maintain on site a functional AED while establishing and implementing a cardiac emergency response plan in these schools.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates AEDs and cardiac emergency plans in all K-12 schools, enhancing student safety infrastructure per education policy standards.90% confidence
Susan Donovan (D) Tom Noret (D) Alex Finkelman (D) Nathan Biah (D) Bill O'Brien (D)
signed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 5, 2026

SB 3176: AN ACT RELATING TO HIGHWAYS -- CROOK POINT BRIDGE AUTHORITY ACT

This bill creates the Crook Point Bridge Authority, an independent public organization dedicated to maintaining the Crook Point Bascule Bridge and related property in Providence. The authority will be governed by a three-person board appointed by the mayor with city council approval, who manage the bridge's preservation, improvements, and redevelopment without receiving personal compensation. The new authority has the power to enter contracts, manage finances, and issue its own debt, which is legally separate from the city and state and exempt from state taxes.
Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill creates authority to maintain and improve bridge infrastructure, directly advancing transportation preservation and redevelopment.90% confidence
Sam Zurier (D)
signed · Rhode Island · House Jun 5, 2026

HB 7218: AN ACT RELATING TO HIGHWAYS -- CROOK POINT BRIDGE AUTHORITY ACT

HB 7218 creates the Crook Point Bridge Authority, an independent entity separate from Providence city government and the state, to maintain the Crook Point Bascule Bridge and related property. The authority will be governed by a 3-member board appointed by the mayor (with city council approval), with members serving five-year terms and no compensation. Key provisions include the authority’s power to manage finances, enter contracts, borrow funds, and handle maintenance without burdening city or state budgets or taxes. The bill ensures the bridge’s upkeep is managed through a dedicated body, with annual financial reports submitted to city officials.
Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationCreates authority to maintain Crook Point Bridge infrastructure, ensuring transportation asset upkeep without burdening city government.95% confidence
Scott Slater (D) Nathan Biah (D) Grace Diaz (D) David Morales (D) Chris Blazejewski (D)
signed · Rhode Island · House Jun 3, 2026

HB 8521: AN ACT TO VACATE THE FORFEITURE OR REVOCATION OF THE CHARTER OF LOS TOROS RECORDS, INC.

This bill allows Los Toros Records, Inc. to regain its corporate charter after it was previously revoked. To qualify, the company must file all required tax returns, pay any outstanding taxes and fees, and submit a certificate from the tax administrator by December 31, 2026. Once these conditions are met and filed with the secretary of state, the revocation will be officially canceled, restoring the company's full legal rights and privileges. The law takes effect immediately upon passage.
Brandon Potter (D)
signed · Rhode Island · House Jun 3, 2026

HB 8520: AN ACT TO VACATE THE FORFEITURE OR REVOCATION OF THE CHARTER OF LOS TOROS BAND, INC.

This bill allows the Los Toros Band, Inc. to restore its corporate charter after it was previously revoked. To regain its legal status, the organization must file all required tax returns, pay any outstanding taxes, and submit necessary reports and fees to the Secretary of State by December 31, 2026. Once these conditions are met and verified by the tax administrator, the revocation will be officially canceled, and the band will regain all its former rights and responsibilities. The law takes effect immediately upon passage.
Brandon Potter (D)
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