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passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 29, 2026

SB 2983: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- EXPUNGEMENT OF CRIMINAL RECORDS

Permits the expungement of records 5 years after the imposition of sentence for misdemeanors and 10 years after the imposition of sentence for felonies, and if the sentence is greater than 10 years, then, upon successful completion of the sentence.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill permits expungement of criminal records after sentence completion, promoting rehabilitation and reducing recidivism through criminal justice reform.90% confidence
Matt LaMountain (D) Mark McKenney (D) Lammis Vargas (D) Alana DiMario (D) Ana Quezada (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 29, 2026

SB 2964: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- EXPUNGEMENT OF CRIMINAL RECORDS

Makes persons convicted of petty misdemeanors and convicted of simple possession of controlled substances, eligible to have their records expunged three years after completion of their sentence.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill expands expungement eligibility for petty misdemeanors and drug possession, promoting criminal justice reform and reducing barriers to reintegration.90% confidence
Matt LaMountain (D) Mark McKenney (D) Lammis Vargas (D) Ana Quezada (D) Tiara Mack (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 29, 2026

SR 2789: JOINT RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY AND PROVIDE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE CREATION OF A STATEWIDE TEACHER HEALTHCARE PLAN

Creates an 11-member commission to study and make recommendations on a statewide teacher healthcare plan, and would report quarterly as of September 1, 2026, and submit a final report by September 1, 2027, and expires on December 31, 2027.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill establishes commission to study statewide teacher healthcare plan, directly supporting educators by addressing their health benefits and well-being.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates commission to study statewide teacher healthcare plan, indicating intent to expand health coverage for educators.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill creates commission to study statewide teacher healthcare plan, which would expand worker benefits and improve healthcare access for teachers.75% confidence
David Tikoian (D) Lou DiPalma (D) Hanna Gallo (D) Bridget Valverde (D) Frank Ciccone (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 29, 2026

SB 3077: AN ACT RELATING EDUCATION -- THE EDUCATION EQUITY AND PROPERTY TAX RELIEF ACT

Specifies that pre-k programs for three (3) – and four (4) – years olds be added to programs to increase access to voluntary, free, high-quality pre-kindergarten programs.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill expands pre-k programs for 3-4 year olds, indicating increased funding for education services and public programs75% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands access to free pre-kindergarten programs for 3-4 year olds, directly enhancing early education access and quality.90% confidence
Hanna Gallo (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 29, 2026

SB 3088: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- EQUITABLE FUNDING FOR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER BAD DEBT

Establishes a procedure for a health insurer to reimburse a healthcare provider no less than sixty-five percent (65%) of each unpaid co-payment, co-insurance or deductible amount due, after reasonable collection efforts.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill requires insurers to reimburse providers for unpaid patient costs, improving provider financial stability and potentially increasing access to care.85% confidence
Matt LaMountain (D) Mark McKenney (D) Andrew Dimitri (D) Todd Patalano (D) Ana Quezada (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 29, 2026

SB 2924: AN ACT RELATING TO LABOR AND LABOR RELATIONS -- LABOR RELATIONS ACT

This bill allows employees who are not currently represented by a union to form a group for collective bargaining with their employers. To establish such a group, workers must demonstrate majority support by submitting signed cards from at least 30% of employees to request an election, or by obtaining cards from more than 50% of employees to bypass the election process entirely. The legislation also prohibits state management personnel from encouraging or discouraging employees from exercising their rights and requires employers to provide specific employee information to the exclusive bargaining representative. Additionally, the bill mandates that employers notify the bargaining unit representative within five business days of hiring new employees and provides for union orientation sessions for new hires.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill enables employees to form collective bargaining groups, strengthening worker organizing rights and collective bargaining capabilities.95% confidence
Brian Thompson (D) Todd Patalano (D) Melissa Murray (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 29, 2026

SB 2890: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE POLICIES

Mandates health insurance coverage for medically necessary hormonal/non-hormonal therapy to treat symptoms of peri-menopause/menopause, if therapy is recommended by qualified healthcare provider licensed in RI and has proven safe and effective.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates insurance coverage for medically necessary menopausal therapy, expanding health benefits and improving patient access to treatment.95% confidence
Lammis Vargas (D) Pete Appollonio (D) Bridget Valverde (D) Linda Ujifusa (D) Gordon Rogers (R)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 29, 2026

SB 2853: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- LICENSING OF HEALTHCARE FACILITIES

Requires hospital emergency rooms and free-standing emergency care facilities to offer and provide pregnancy prevention medication to victims of sexual assault.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates emergency facilities provide pregnancy prevention medication to sexual assault victims, expanding access to critical healthcare services and protecting patient rights.90% confidence
Lammis Vargas (D) Bridget Valverde (D) Linda Ujifusa (D) Alana DiMario (D) Victoria Gu (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 29, 2026

SB 3011: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- POST-SECONDARY STUDENT HEALTH INSURANCE PLAN ACT

Prohibits public and private colleges and universities from charging students for institution provided health insurance in the absence of affirmative action by the student opting-in to coverage.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill reduces financial burden on students by making health insurance optional, improving access to higher education and reducing costs for post-secondary education.85% confidence
Ryan Pearson (D) Brian Thompson (D) Mark McKenney (D) Lammis Vargas (D) Pete Appollonio (D)
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