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died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 29, 2026

SB 2739: AN ACT RELATING TO LABOR AND LABOR RELATIONS -- WORKERS' COMPENSATION -- PROCEDURE

SB 2739 amends the process for reimbursing workers' compensation costs when a third party (such as another company or individual) is liable for an injury. It changes how employers and insurers handle reimbursements after a third party pays damages to an injured worker. This directly affects injured workers, employers, and insurance providers in cases involving third-party liability. The bill clarifies procedural steps under existing workers' compensation law without altering benefit amounts or eligibility.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentClarifies third-party reimbursement process in workers' comp, ensuring injured workers receive timely compensation without altering benefit amounts, directly protecting worker rights.90% confidence
Brian Thompson (D) Sam Zurier (D) Mark McKenney (D) Andrew Dimitri (D) Sam Bell (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 29, 2026

SB 2714: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- ABUSE IN HEALTHCARE FACILITIES

Removes the intent requirement relative to the definitions of "abuse" within the chapter on "abuse in healthcare facilities" and amends the definitions of "abuse" and "neglect" with regard to elderly affairs by deleting the element of willful conduct.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRemoves intent requirement for abuse definitions, strengthening patient protection standards in healthcare facilities per bill summary.90% confidence
David Tikoian (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 29, 2026

HR 8208: JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $200,000 TO THE HOUSING NETWORK: THE RHODE ISLAND ASSOCIATION OF NONPROFIT HOUSING DEVELOPERS, DBA HOUSING NETWORK OF RHODE ISLAND

This bill authorizes a $200,000 funding allocation to the Housing Network of Rhode Island, a nonprofit organization that supports housing developers across the state. It directly provides financial resources to help the Housing Network carry out its work assisting nonprofit housing developers in Rhode Island. The resolution is a straightforward budgetary action, not a policy change, and would be used to support the organization's existing programs. It was introduced to the House Finance committee on February 27, 2026.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $200,000 to fund housing nonprofit's existing programs, directly increasing state budget allocation for housing services.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingFunds nonprofit housing developer support organization, directly advancing affordable housing programs through budget allocation95% confidence
Karen Alzate (D) Stephen Casey (D) Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (D) Deb Fellela (D) Julie Casimiro (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 29, 2026

SB 2169: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION

SB 2169 allows students completing specific career and technical education (CTE) programs to take firefighter certification exams immediately upon program graduation. It directly affects students enrolled in qualifying CTE programs, providing a streamlined path to firefighter careers without requiring additional training. The bill creates a formal mechanism where participating CTE programs would certify students' readiness for the state firefighter exam. The bill was introduced to the Senate Labor and Gaming committee on January 16, 2026.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationCreates direct pathway from CTE programs to firefighter careers, enhancing student program access and career readiness within education framework.92% confidence
Jessica de la Cruz (R) Thomas Paolino (R) Elaine Morgan (R) Gordon Rogers (R)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 29, 2026

HB 7157: AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- RELIEF OF INJURED AND DECEASED FIRE FIGHTERS AND POLICE OFFICERS

Removes the definition of "totally and permanently disabled" from the general law affording college tuition paid by the state to the spouse and children of active members of the police force who are killed or disabled during duty.
Stephen Casey (D) Joseph Solomon (D) Julie Casimiro (D) David Bennett (D) Jackie Baginski (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 29, 2026

HB 7250: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC FINANCE -- STATE BUDGET

Requires the general assembly to cap expenditures based on a five (5) year increase in personal income or the annual rate of inflation based on the consumer price index.
Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill caps state expenditures based on income/inflation, restricting fiscal expansion and limiting government spending growth.95% confidence
Dick Fascia (R) Mike Chippendale (R) Bob Quattrocchi (R) Chris Paplauskas (R) George Nardone (R)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 29, 2026

HB 7244: AN ACT RELATING TO HIGHWAYS -- RELOCATION OF UTILITY SERVICES

HB 7244 requires the state to pay 50% of relocation costs for private utility companies (like electricity or gas providers) when highway projects necessitate moving their facilities. For public entities (such as cities, counties, or state agencies), the state covers 100% of these relocation costs. The bill applies specifically to highway projects on federal aid systems (like interstate highways) where the state receives federal funding. This change ensures that both private and public utility owners are compensated for relocation expenses tied to state highway construction, with no reimbursement for improvements ("betterment").
Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill ensures state funding for utility relocations during highway projects, facilitating infrastructure development on federal-aid systems without burdening public entities or private utilities.95% confidence
Terri Cortvriend (D) Susan Donovan (D) Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (D) Jennifer Boylan (D) Megan Cotter (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 29, 2026

SB 2322: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP INFRASTRUCTURE PROGRAM

Establishes a seven (7) member public-private partnership infrastructure oversight commission to approve all requests for proposals submitted for public-private partnership construction of qualified facilities.
Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationEstablishes commission to approve public-private partnerships for infrastructure construction, directly advancing transportation infrastructure development through funding mechanisms.95% confidence
Bob Britto (D) Walter Felag (D) Matt LaMountain (D) David Tikoian (D) Lou DiPalma (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 29, 2026

SB 2324: AN ACT RELATING TO LABOR AND LABOR RELATIONS -- CONSUMER CREDIT HISTORY EMPLOYMENT PROTECTION ACT -- DECEPTIVE TRADE PRACTICES

Prohibits employers from seeking/using credit reports in making hiring decisions concerning prospective employees, asking questions about the applicant's financial past during interviews or including credit history questions in their job applications.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProhibits credit checks in hiring, protecting workers from financial discrimination in employment decisions95% confidence
Jonathon Acosta (D) Meghan Kallman (D) Sam Zurier (D) Lammis Vargas (D) Bridget Valverde (D)
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