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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)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 10, 2026

SR 2354: SENATE RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE RHODE ISLAND PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION TO TERMINATE GAS LINE EXTENSION ALLOWANCES AS PART OF DOCKET 25-45-GE

This Senate resolution (SR 2354) requests the Rhode Island Public Utilities Commission (PUC) to end a cost-sharing mechanism for gas line extensions in Rhode Island Energy's tariffs. Currently, all gas customers pay for new connections to the gas system through a "gas line extension allowance," which the resolution argues locks in long-term gas infrastructure conflicting with climate goals. The request specifically targets Docket 25-45-GE, where Rhode Island Energy is proposing rate adjustments, and asks the PUC to eliminate this allowance as part of those changes. The resolution directly affects all gas customers by removing a shared cost for new infrastructure.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill terminates gas line extension allowances, reducing fossil fuel dependence and aligning with climate goals by ending infrastructure locking in gas use.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill targets gas line extension allowances, arguing they lock in fossil fuel infrastructure conflicting with climate goals. Ending this mechanism advances climate objectives by reducing long-term gas dependency.95% confidence
Bob Britto (D) Sam Zurier (D) Lammis Vargas (D) Bridget Valverde (D) Linda Ujifusa (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 9, 2026

SR 3346: SENATE RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO MAKE A COMPREHENSIVE STUDY OF RHODE ISLAND'S HEALTHCARE WORKFORCE RELATED TO EDUCATING AND RETAINING PRIMARY CARE PROVIDERS

This Senate resolution creates a fifteen-member special legislative commission to study how Rhode Island can better educate and retain primary care providers like doctors, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. The commission will include representatives from medical schools, professional associations, community health centers, and local nonprofits, and it will produce annual reports on access to care and the state's medical education resources. Members serve without pay and will submit their findings and recommendations directly to the President of the Senate. The bill addresses the current shortage of primary care providers in the state by establishing a formal group to investigate workforce challenges and propose solutions.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates a commission to study and improve education and retention of primary care providers, directly aiming to strengthen healthcare workforce access.90% confidence
Meghan Kallman (D) Lammis Vargas (D) Bridget Valverde (D) Alana DiMario (D) Val Lawson (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 9, 2026

SR 3348: SENATE RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING AND CELEBRATING JUNE 14, 2026 AS "NATIONAL FLAG DAY" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

This Senate resolution designates June 14, 2026, as "National Flag Day" within the State of Rhode Island to honor the historical adoption of the United States flag. The bill authorizes the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to the National Flag Day Foundation. It serves as a commemorative measure with no impact on laws, budgets, or daily operations.
Elaine Morgan (R)
passed · Rhode Island · House Jun 9, 2026

HR 8451: HOUSE RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT TO WORK WITH THE TOWN OF NEW SHOREHAM TO DEVELOP A REGULATORY FRAMEWORK TO REDUCE TICK-BORNE ILLNESS ON BLOCK ISLAND

This bill directs the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management to work with the Town of New Shoreham to create a plan for managing deer populations on Block Island to reduce tick-borne illnesses. The proposed framework would allow the town to apply for special permits to conduct deer management activities, such as licensed hunting or culling, which are currently restricted on the island. Additionally, the plan must include safety protocols, data collection on deer and tick populations, and public education efforts, with a final report due to state leaders within six months.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill aims to reduce tick-borne illnesses by managing deer populations, directly protecting public health and preventing disease spread.85% confidence
Tina Spears (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 9, 2026

SR 3347: SENATE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING SEPTEMBER 14 TO SEPTEMBER 18, 2026, TO BE NATIONAL ADULT EDUCATION AND FAMILY LITERACY WEEK IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

This bill designates the week of September 14 to September 18, 2026, as National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week in Rhode Island. It directly affects the state's educational community by formally recognizing the importance of adult learning programs offered through high schools, colleges, and community centers. The resolution highlights statistics on literacy gaps and workforce shortages to underscore the value of these programs. The only concrete action required is for the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to the Rhode Island Department of Education.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill promotes adult education and literacy, recognizing their value and expanding access to learning programs.90% confidence
Lori Urso (D)
introduced · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 9, 2026

SR 3211: SENATE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING DEEPEST CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF THE HONORABLE JOSEPH A. ABBATE

This Senate resolution expresses the state's deepest condolences on the passing of Honorable Joseph A. Abbate, a former judge and public servant from Lincoln. The bill formally acknowledges his distinguished career, which included roles as a municipal judge, director of the Law Revision Office, and long-time community leader. It authorizes the Secretary of State to send certified copies of the resolution to Abbate's surviving family members as a gesture of sympathy.
Thomas Paolino (R) Matt LaMountain (D) Lammis Vargas (D) Pete Appollonio (D) Gordon Rogers (R)
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