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died · Rhode Island · House May 29, 2026

HB 8032: AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- LOW AND MODERATE INCOME HOUSING

Eliminates mandated housing densities/density bonuses for public drinking water supply watersheds/groundwater. Requires densities not exceed water availability, introduce pollution, stay within public water or sewer system capacity limits.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill restricts housing density in watersheds to prevent pollution and ensure water availability, directly aligning with environmental protection goals.85% confidence ✗ HousingOpposes HousingEliminates density bonuses for housing in watersheds, restricting development to water capacity limits and potentially limiting affordable housing options.85% confidence
Mike Chippendale (R) Megan Cotter (D) Brian Kennedy (D) Julie Casimiro (D) Michelle McGaw (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 29, 2026

SB 2737: AN ACT RELATING TO LABOR AND LABOR RELATIONS -- TEMPORARY DISABILITY INSURANCE -- GENERAL PROVISIONS

Expands the benefit definitions of temporary care giver leave to include a grandchild and care recipient and would increase a leave benefits period to 10 weeks for 2027 and twelve 12 weeks for 2028.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExpands disability insurance benefits to include more family members, increases benefit duration, and adds self-employed opt-in - directly strengthening worker benefits under employment standards.95% confidence
Bob Britto (D) Walter Felag (D) Matt LaMountain (D) Mark McKenney (D) David Tikoian (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 29, 2026

SB 2502: AN ACT RELATING TO LABOR AND LABOR RELATIONS -- WORKPLACE PSYCHOLOGICAL SAFETY ACT

Protects bullying/psychological abuse in workplace inflicted upon employees by employers/co-employees/provides civil remedies to affected employees/fines against employers/imprisonment/fines against co-employees.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProtects workers from psychological abuse with civil remedies and penalties, directly advancing workplace safety standards under Labor & Employment.95% confidence
Walter Felag (D) Andrew Dimitri (D) John Burke (D) Frank Ciccone (D) Lori Urso (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 29, 2026

SB 2174: AN ACT RELATING TO LABOR AND LABOR RELATIONS -- LABOR RELATIONS ACT--NO LIMITATION ON HEALTHCARE BENEFIT PROVIDERS

Repeals the law that prevents a collective bargaining agreement covering state employees, public school teachers and municipal employees from specifying a particular healthcare provider in it.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRepeals restriction preventing collective bargaining agreements from specifying healthcare providers, enabling employee choice and expanding access to preferred providers.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentRepeals restriction preventing collective bargaining agreements from specifying healthcare providers, strengthening workers' ability to negotiate healthcare benefits through labor agreements.95% confidence
Brian Thompson (D) Hanna Gallo (D) Bridget Valverde (D) Linda Ujifusa (D) Sam Bell (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 29, 2026

SB 2254: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE POLICIES

Requires every individual or group health insurance contract effective on or after January 1, 2027, to provide coverage to the insured and the insured's spouse and dependents for all FDA-approved contraceptive drugs, devices and other products.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates insurance coverage for FDA-approved contraceptives, expanding access to reproductive healthcare services.95% confidence
Meghan Kallman (D) Lammis Vargas (D) Bridget Valverde (D) Alana DiMario (D) Ana Quezada (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 29, 2026

SB 2392: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- SCHOOL BUS SAFETY ENFORCEMENT

SB 2392 requires school departments to make GPS data about the real-time location and speed of school buses available electronically to parents or guardians of students transported by those buses. This directly affects families whose children ride school buses, allowing them to track bus movements during transportation. The bill mandates that all new school buses (starting July 1, 2027) and all school buses (by July 1, 2032) must include this GPS data capability alongside video monitoring systems. The law ensures this data access complies with privacy laws and does not interfere with law enforcement.
Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates GPS/safety tech for school buses, enhancing transportation safety standards per bill's GPS data and video monitoring requirements.95% confidence
Bob Britto (D) Sam Zurier (D) Matt LaMountain (D) Mark McKenney (D) David Tikoian (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 28, 2026

SR 3328: SENATE RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING AND CELEBRATING THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE RHODE ISLAND ACADEMY OF PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS AND COMMENDING ITS LEADERSHIP AND CONTRIBUTIONS TO HEALTH CARE IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

This Senate resolution honors the 50th anniversary of the Rhode Island Academy of Physician Assistants, a professional group that has supported the career of physician assistants in the state since 1976. The bill formally acknowledges the organization's leadership and its role in helping to establish and improve laws that allow physician assistants to practice medicine in Rhode Island. It does not create new laws or change policies but instead serves as a ceremonial recognition of the group's contributions to healthcare access and quality. Finally, the resolution directs the Secretary of State to send an official copy of the document to the academy.
Bridget Valverde (D)
passed · Rhode Island · House May 28, 2026

HR 8596: HOUSE RESOLUTION THANKING AND COMMEMORATING THE GROUNDSKEEPERS AND MAINTENANCE STAFF OF THE RHODE ISLAND VETERANS MEMORIAL CEMETERY IN EXETER

This bill is a House resolution that formally thanks and honors the groundskeepers, maintenance staff, and cemetery specialists at the Rhode Island Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Exeter. It recognizes these employees for their dedicated work in maintaining the 280-acre site, which serves as the final resting place for over 30,000 veterans and their families. The resolution specifically acknowledges the professionalism and respect shown by the staff, noting that some are veterans themselves and that they are state employees under the Office of Veterans Services. Finally, it directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies of the resolution to the Office of Veterans Services and the cemetery staff as a gesture of appreciation.
Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly honors and recognizes maintenance staff at a veterans cemetery, acknowledging their service and professionalism in caring for veterans' graves.95% confidence
Dick Fascia (R) Kathleen Fogarty (D) George Nardone (R) David Place (R) Jay Edwards (D)
died · Rhode Island · House May 28, 2026

HB 8500: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- OFFICE OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

Promotes fiscal integrity, transparency, and accountability in the state’s healthcare system by mandating that certain reporting covered health entities submit quarterly financial reports to the secretary.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates quarterly financial reporting to promote fiscal integrity, transparency, and accountability, directly supporting responsible budget management.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates financial transparency and accountability for health entities, which strengthens the healthcare system's integrity and trust.75% confidence
Susan Donovan (D) Lauren Carson (D) Jennifer Boylan (D) Megan Cotter (D) Brandon Potter (D)
passed · Rhode Island · House May 28, 2026

HR 8599: HOUSE RESOLUTION CELEBRATING AND HONORING THE GIRL SCOUTS OF SOUTHEASTERN NEW ENGLAND

This bill is a House resolution that honors the Girl Scouts of Southeastern New England for their work in empowering girls through leadership and service. It recognizes the organization's efforts, including transforming Camp Rocky Farm into a maritime facility and supporting STEM and environmental programs for thousands of youth in Rhode Island. The resolution formally expresses gratitude to the group and directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to the organization's CEO.
Mike Chippendale (R) Susan Donovan (D) Tina Spears (D) Lauren Carson (D) Jennifer Boylan (D)
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