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passed · Rhode Island · House Jun 20, 2025

HB 5831: AN ACT RELATING TO COMMERCIAL LAW -- GENERAL REGULATORY PROVISIONS -- SENIOR SAVINGS PROTECTION ACT

Requires anyone engaged in the sale of goods or services, and who offers a discount to its customers’ for utilizing automatic payment systems, via ACH or EFT or similar payment systems, provide the same discount to any person who is sixty-five (65
Mike Chippendale (R) Sherry Roberts (R) Doc Corvese (D) David Place (R) Jon Brien (I)
passed · Rhode Island · House Jun 20, 2025

HB 5622: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- INTERSTATE MEDICAL LICENSURE COMPACT

HB 5622 requires the state to join the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact by July 1, 2025, enabling out-of-state medical providers to practice telemedicine in the state more easily. It directly affects patients seeking telehealth services and out-of-state doctors who want to provide care across state lines. The bill creates new rules allowing patients to access telemedicine from out-of-state providers under the compact and directs health agencies to develop implementing regulations. This changes how medical licensure is handled for telehealth, removing barriers for providers from participating states.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEnables out-of-state telemedicine providers to practice more easily, expanding patient access to healthcare services across state lines per bill's purpose.95% confidence
Stephen Casey (D) Susan Donovan (D) Jennifer Boylan (D) Pat Serpa (D) Megan Cotter (D)
passed · Rhode Island · House Jun 20, 2025

HB 5909: AN ACT RELATING TO COURTS AND CIVIL PROCEDURE--PROCEDURE GENERALLY -- CAUSES OF ACTION

Makes all causes of action based on sexual abuse or exploitation of a child not subject to any statute of limitations whether the claim has lapsed or was previously time-barred.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRemoves statute of limitations for child sexual abuse civil cases, enabling victims' access to justice and aligning with civil rights protections in criminal justice context.95% confidence
Joe Shekarchi (D) Susan Donovan (D) Tina Spears (D) Justine Caldwell (D) Kathleen Fogarty (D)
passed · Rhode Island · House Jun 20, 2025

HB 5432: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR MENTAL ILLNESS AND SUBSTANCE USE DISORDERS

HB 5432 prohibits health insurance providers from requiring preauthorization for in-network mental health or substance use disorder services. This directly affects patients seeking these treatments and insurers who must comply with the new rule. The key provision removes a common administrative barrier, allowing patients to access covered in-network care without prior insurer approval. The law takes effect January 1, 2026, and aligns with existing parity requirements for mental health coverage.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRemoves preauthorization barriers for mental health/substance use coverage, improving patient access to in-network care per parity requirements95% confidence
Tina Spears (D) Kathleen Fogarty (D) Arthur Handy (D) David Morales (D) Carol McEntee (D)
passed · Rhode Island · House Jun 20, 2025

HB 5298: AN ACT RELATING TO DELINQUENT AND DEPENDENT CHILDREN -- PROCEEDINGS IN FAMILY COURT

Prohibits any questioning of a juvenile who is suspected of delinquent or criminal behavior, unless the parent of guardian of the juvenile is present, or unless an attorney is present or the juvenile and their parents have waived their presence.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProtects juvenile rights during questioning in family court proceedings, aligning with civil rights safeguards in criminal justice reform.85% confidence
Cherie Cruz (D) Justine Caldwell (D) Brandon Potter (D) Carol McEntee (D) Robert Craven (D)
passed · Rhode Island · House Jun 20, 2025

HB 5309: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PROPERTY SUBJECT TO TAXATION

HB 5309 increases the property tax exemption for qualifying veterans from $1,000 to $6,000 on municipal property taxes. It directly affects veterans who served in designated conflicts (including the Civil War, World War II, Korean War, Vietnam War, and Persian Gulf War) and were honorably discharged. The bill amends existing law to raise the base exemption amount, though some towns like Burrillville, Cranston, and Smithfield already maintain different local exemption levels. This change provides greater tax relief for veterans owning property in Rhode Island municipalities.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases property tax exemption for veterans, providing direct tax relief under taxation policy.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransIncreases property tax exemption for veterans from $1,000 to $6,000, directly expanding financial benefits for qualifying veterans.95% confidence
Stephen Casey (D) Joseph Solomon (D) Alex Finkelman (D) Earl Read (D) Alex Marszalkowski (D)
passed · Rhode Island · House Jun 20, 2025

HB 5614: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- NURSES

HB 5614 amends nursing practice laws to clarify exemptions and align with federal requirements. It directly affects nursing students, out-of-state nurses, and healthcare facilities by allowing nursing students to practice under supervision before passing the NCLEX exam, extending a temporary 90-day work privilege for newly licensed nurses from other states, and clarifying that family members providing free care (e.g., as domestic aides) are exempt from licensing rules. The bill also specifies that nursing assistants in healthcare facilities must operate under medical supervision and defines temporary work limits for out-of-state nurses accompanying patients. These changes aim to reduce confusion for healthcare providers while maintaining patient safety standards.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllows nursing students to practice under supervision before NCLEX, extends temporary privileges for out-of-state nurses, improving healthcare workforce access and patient care continuity.85% confidence
Susan Donovan (D)
passed · Rhode Island · House Jun 20, 2025

HB 5220: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- COMPREHENSIVE COMMUNITY-- POLICE RELATIONSHIP ACT OF 2015

HB 5220 amends Rhode Island's 2015 Comprehensive Community-Police Relationship Act to require police departments statewide to collect detailed data during routine traffic stops and searches. This includes recording the officer's perception of the driver's race/ethnicity, stop reasons, search details, and outcomes (like citations or arrests), starting no later than January 2026. An independent agency chosen by the Department of Transportation must conduct an annual study analyzing this data for racial disparities and publish public reports quarterly and annually. The law aims to provide transparency on traffic stop practices and support efforts to address potential inequities in policing.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeMandates race/ethnicity data collection during traffic stops for accountability analysis, directly enhancing police oversight and transparency in law enforcement practices.90% confidence
Karen Alzate (D) Cherie Cruz (D) Nathan Biah (D) Grace Diaz (D) David Morales (D)
passed · Rhode Island · House Jun 20, 2025

HB 5534: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PROPERTY SUBJECT TO TAXATION

Exempts certain urban and small farmers from sales taxes, real, tangible and personal property taxes and income taxes. This act would also define urban and small farmers and urban farmland.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExempts urban/small farmers from multiple taxes, providing targeted tax relief. Aligns with support indicators for middle/lower income tax relief.92% confidence
Jennifer Boylan (D) Deb Fellela (D) Grace Diaz (D) Kathleen Fogarty (D) Michelle McGaw (D)
passed · Rhode Island · House Jun 20, 2025

HB 5883: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- PARKING FACILITIES AND PRIVILEGES

Mandates municipalities to participate in the parking mobility app program where individuals may submit photos on the app of vehicles that are parked in spaces designated for individuals with disabilities and the violator may be cited and fined.
Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationEnforces disabled parking compliance via app, enhancing accessibility and safety for transportation users within vehicle regulations.85% confidence
Mike Chippendale (R) Joseph Solomon (D) Tom Noret (D) Tina Spears (D) Julie Casimiro (D)
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