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died · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 8, 2026

SB 2021: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PERSONAL INCOME TAX

SB 2021 creates a temporary tax exemption for small Bitcoin transactions in Rhode Island. It exempts individuals and Rhode Island-based businesses from state income tax on Bitcoin sales or exchanges totaling $5,000 or less per month, or $20,000 or less annually. Taxpayers must self-certify eligibility on their annual tax return and maintain records to verify they stayed within the limits, but do not need to report each transaction individually. The exemption applies only to transactions within the state and expires on January 1, 2028.
Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesCreates temporary tax exemption for small Bitcoin transactions, reducing state tax revenue and weakening fiscal management.95% confidence
Pete Appollonio (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Jun 7, 2026

HB 8351: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- THE RHODE ISLAND EDUCATION FUNDING AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT

Establishes the Rhode Island education funding and accountability act, which would include a totally revised and revamped formula for funding all levels of public education in Rhode Island.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes revised funding formula for public education, indicating increased state investment in education services and fiscal management.75% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill establishes revised funding formula for all public education levels, indicating intent to strengthen and fund education system.85% confidence
Terri Cortvriend (D) Bob Phillips (D) Mia Ackerman (D) Jon Brien (I) Teresa Tanzi (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Jun 7, 2026

HB 7815: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- AUTOLOGOUS OR DIRECT BLOOD DONATIONS

HB 7815 requires hospitals and blood banks to accommodate autologous (donating one's own blood for personal future medical procedures) and direct (donating blood specifically for another person's future procedure) blood donations when ordered by a healthcare provider. Hospitals must allow these donations if they perform blood donations, and blood banks must comply with provider orders unless health risks prevent donation. Blood banks may charge their standard fees for facilitating the donation and storing the blood until it's used. This bill directly affects patients needing future procedures, healthcare facilities, and blood banks, implementing clear rules for these donation types under the Department of Health's oversight.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates hospitals/blood banks to facilitate autologous/direct blood donations per provider orders, improving patient access to personalized blood services without restrictions.95% confidence
Charlene Lima (D) Marie Hopkins (R)
in committee · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 6, 2026

SB 3561: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES

This bill authorizes the creation of special license plates for vehicles associated with the Rhode Island Fire Chiefs Honor Flight Hub, a not-for-profit organization. To obtain these plates, vehicle owners must pay a standard registration fee plus a $40 issuance surcharge and a $10 renewal fee. The collected funds are split between the state's general fund and the organization, which must use its portion to support its mission of transporting WWII and Korean War veterans to Washington, D.C. memorials. The bill also requires the organization to submit annual financial reports and mandates that any Rhode Island-sourced funds be used for local charitable causes.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill generates new revenue via vehicle fees to fund a public service (veterans transport) and contributes to the state general fund.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill funds special license plates to support an organization transporting WWII and Korean War veterans to Washington, D.C.95% confidence
Walter Felag (D)
passed · Rhode Island · House Jun 5, 2026

HR 8626: HOUSE RESOLUTION EXTENDING CONGRATULATIONS

This House Resolution formally extends congratulations to a wide variety of individuals and organizations in Rhode Island for their recent achievements and service. The bill specifically honors students who were promoted to the 4th grade or graduated from high school and community colleges, as well as teachers, school administrators, and community leaders. It also recognizes businesses celebrating anniversaries and groups like the Girl Scouts for receiving awards, while naming a high school auditorium after a distinguished service member. By listing these names and reasons, the resolution serves as an official record of commendation rather than changing laws or policies.
Mike Chippendale (R) Katie Kazarian (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 5, 2026

SB 3256: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- PUBLIC HEALTH DATA PRIVACY AND PROTECTION ACT

Creates the public health data privacy and protection act to regulate the reporting of information relating to reportable disease data in the possession of the department of health.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill protects public health data privacy, safeguarding patient rights and strengthening health information security.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly strengthens data privacy protections for public health information, aligning with the indicator of protecting data privacy.90% confidence
John Burke (D) Sue Sosnowski (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Jun 5, 2026

HB 8451: AN ACT RELATING TO FISH AND WILDLIFE -- DEER HUNTING

HB 8451 allows the town of New Shoreham on Block Island to request a temporary exemption from statewide deer hunting restrictions to address local overpopulation and public health concerns. Under this bill, the town council would submit a detailed management plan to the state Department of Environmental Management, which must include evidence of deer-related threats to ticks, native wildlife, and safety, along with specific population reduction goals. If approved, the director could grant a time-limited exemption lasting up to two years, permitting the town to adopt its own local rules on hunting seasons, methods, and bag limits while maintaining state enforcement authority. The legislation also requires the town to hold public hearings, coordinate with landowners, and submit annual reports on deer harvests and population progress to ensure accountability.
Tina Spears (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 5, 2026

SB 2889: AN ACT RELATING TO FOOD AND DRUGS -- UNIFORM CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES ACT

Prescriptions for testosterone not allowed to be transmitted or reported within the prescription drug monitoring database and removes from the records all existing information concerning prior testosterone prescriptions.
Topics ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareBill restricts access to prescription monitoring data for testosterone prescriptions, limiting healthcare oversight and patient safety tracking.75% confidence
Matt LaMountain (D) Lammis Vargas (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 5, 2026

SB 3022: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE POLICIES

Requires insurers to develop plans for coverage and access to nonnarcotic, nonopioid and nonmedication pain management for moderate to severe pain. It further restricts utilization review for nonopioid drugs.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates pain management plans and restricts utilization review for nonopioid drugs, improving patient access to non-narcotic pain treatments.85% confidence
Lou DiPalma (D) Alana DiMario (D) Melissa Murray (D) Jake Bissaillon (D)
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