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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)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 5, 2026

SB 2234: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES -- RETIREMENT SYSTEM -- MEMBERSHIP AND SERVICE CREDITS

Allows members of the retirement system who served in the national guard or reserves and qualify as veterans, to purchase retirement service credits based on their years of service in the National guard or reserves.
Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill allows veterans in National Guard/reserves to purchase retirement service credits, directly expanding their benefits under retirement systems.95% confidence
Bob Britto (D) Walter Felag (D) Matt LaMountain (D) Lou DiPalma (D) Hanna Gallo (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 5, 2026

SB 2029: AN ACT RELATING TO MILITARY AFFAIRS AND DEFENSE -- NATIONAL GUARD

Raises the amount of life insurance the state provides at no charge to Rhode Island National Guard members called up for federal duty to five hundred thousand dollars ($500,000).
Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransRaises state-provided life insurance for National Guard members (a veteran subset) to $500k at no cost, directly expanding benefits without ambiguity.95% confidence
Walter Felag (D) David Tikoian (D) Pete Appollonio (D) Lou DiPalma (D) Hanna Gallo (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 5, 2026

SB 2421: AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- LOW AND MODERATE INCOME HOUSING

Prohibits contractors from submitting a single application to a local review board seeking a comprehensive permit for housing projects in certain circumstances.
Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingProhibits streamlined permitting for housing projects, likely slowing development of low/moderate income housing as required by title.85% confidence
David Tikoian (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 5, 2026

SB 2360: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- CIGARETTE, OTHER TOBACCO PRODUCTS, AND ELECTRONIC NICOTINE-DELIVERY SYSTEM PRODUCTS

Reduces the cigarette tax imposed by 75% for any modified risk tobacco product as defined in § 21 U.S.C. 387 k as a tobacco product sold/distributed to reduce the harm/risk of tobacco-related disease associated with commercially marketed tobacco products.
Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill reduces cigarette tax by 75% for specific tobacco products, decreasing state tax revenue. This weakens tax collection, aligning with 'oppose' stance on Budget & Taxes.90% confidence ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareBill reduces cigarette tax on tobacco products, potentially increasing consumption and conflicting with public health efforts to reduce tobacco-related diseases.85% confidence
Jessica de la Cruz (R) Brian Thompson (D) Lou DiPalma (D) Melissa Murray (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 4, 2026

SB 3289: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- ACCESS FOR CONGRESSIONALLY CHARTERED YOUTH DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATIONS

Requires public schools to give congressionally chartered youth organizations limited access for recruitment and brief student presentations with parent notice, while preserving school safety and discretion.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands educational access by allowing youth organizations limited recruitment and presentation access in public schools.75% confidence
Jonathon Acosta (D) David Tikoian (D) Andrew Dimitri (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 4, 2026

SR 3312: JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $4,800,000 TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

SNAP) EAT WELL, BE WELL REWARDS PROGRAM (This resolution would authorize the appropriation of the sum of $4,800,000 to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Eat Well, Be Well Rewards Program.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates $4.8M to fund the SNAP program, directly increasing government spending on essential public services.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill allocates $4.8M to SNAP's nutrition program, which improves dietary access and supports public health outcomes.85% confidence
Val Lawson (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 4, 2026

SB 3116: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- RESTRICTIONS ON STATE AND MUNICIPAL COOPERATION WITH CIVIL IMMIGRATION ENFORCEMENT

Prohibits state or local authorities from voluntary participation in federal civil immigration enforcement. It would not prohibit compliance with a judicial warrant or court order issued by a court of competent jurisdiction.
Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill restricts state/municipal cooperation with federal immigration enforcement, protecting immigrant rights and limiting federal overreach at local level.95% confidence
Jonathon Acosta (D) Meghan Kallman (D) Sam Bell (D) Ana Quezada (D) Tiara Mack (D)
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