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died · Rhode Island · House Apr 14, 2026

HB 8126: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- THE RHODE ISLAND COMPREHENSIVE HEALTH INSURANCE PROGRAM

Establishes a universal, comprehensive, affordable single-payer health care insurance program and help control health care costs, which would be referred to as, "the Rhode Island Comprehensive Health Insurance Program" (RICHIP).
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes universal single-payer health program (RICHIP) to expand coverage, control costs, and improve affordability - directly advancing healthcare access and funding.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentEstablishes universal health coverage, a key worker benefit expanding employment-related health protections and reducing out-of-pocket costs for workers.85% confidence
Cherie Cruz (D) Megan Cotter (D) Brandon Potter (D) David Morales (D) Joshua Giraldo (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 14, 2026

HR 8206: JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $50,000 TO THE RHODE ISLAND DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT

HR 8206 is a joint resolution appropriating $50,000 to the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) for new firefighting equipment. It directly funds the purchase of forestry hoses, specifically for use by DEM's forestry or fire management units. The bill was introduced on February 27, 2026, and referred to the House Finance Committee. This is a straightforward budgetary request with no broader policy changes or public impact beyond the specified equipment purchase.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFunds $50k for DEM forestry firefighting equipment, directly enhancing natural resource protection and wildfire management within environmental agency operations.95% confidence
Mike Chippendale (R) Tina Spears (D) Cherie Cruz (D) Megan Cotter (D) Brian Kennedy (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 14, 2026

HR 8202: JOINT RESOLUTION SUBMITTING TO THE ELECTORS A PROPOSITION TO ISSUE BONDS RELATING TO CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

Submits the state's 2026 capital development program requesting the issuance of general obligation bonds totaling one hundred million dollars ($100,000,000) for approval of the electorate at the general election to be held in November, 2026.
Terri Cortvriend (D) Cherie Cruz (D) Arthur Handy (D) Teresa Tanzi (D) Jose Batista (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 14, 2026

HB 8144: AN ACT RELATING TO CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM -- 2026 BOND REFERENDA

Submits the state's 2026 capital development program relating to green bonds requesting the issuance of general obligation bonds totaling $60,000,000 for approval of the electorate at the general election to be held in November, 2026.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill requests $60M in general obligation bonds for capital development program, advancing state budget allocation for infrastructure funding.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyGreen bonds explicitly fund clean energy infrastructure, aligning with renewable energy investment and infrastructure development indicators.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly uses 'green bonds' for $60M capital program, directly funding environmental projects per terminology and purpose.95% confidence
Mike Chippendale (R) Tina Spears (D) Lauren Carson (D) Jennifer Boylan (D) Megan Cotter (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 14, 2026

HB 8145: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC FINANCE -- STATE FUNDS

Establishes a restricted receipt account for the benefit of the Rhode Island public transit authority funded by sales taxes collected from ride-share companies; and provided further, the account would be exempt from indirect cost recovery provisions.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesFunds public transit via sales tax revenue from ride-share companies, directing tax funds to an essential public service per fiscal responsibility indicators.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds Rhode Island public transit authority via ride-share sales tax revenue, directly supporting transportation infrastructure and services.95% confidence
Karen Alzate (D) Lauren Carson (D) Cherie Cruz (D) Grace Diaz (D) Megan Cotter (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 14, 2026

HB 8178: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC UTILITIES AND CARRIERS -- TRANSPORTATION INVESTMENT AND DEBT REDUCTION ACT OF 2011

Effective July 1, 2026, annually allocates twenty percent (20%) of available proceeds in the Rhode Island highway maintenance account to RIPTA for operating expenses.
Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill allocates 20% of highway maintenance funds to RIPTA for operating expenses, directly funding public transportation services per its title and summary.95% confidence
Karen Alzate (D) Stephen Casey (D) Joseph Solomon (D) Terri Cortvriend (D) Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 14, 2026

HB 8181: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- THE RHODE ISLAND BRIDGE REPLACEMENT, RECONSTRUCTION, AND MAINTENANCE FUND -- EXEMPTIONS FROM TOLLING FOR WASTE MANAGEMENT VEHICLES

HB 8181 exempts waste management collection vehicles operating at Rhode Island's central landfill from tolls charged by the R.I. Turnpike and Bridge Authority. This directly affects waste management companies that transport trash to the central landfill, removing a toll cost for their vehicles. The bill creates a specific exemption for these vehicles on turnpike and bridge tolls, streamlining their operations. It does not change general toll policies for other vehicles or alter the authority's toll collection system. The bill is currently in the House Finance Committee following its introduction on February 27, 2026.
Stephen Casey (D) Terri Cortvriend (D) Megan Cotter (D) Brian Kennedy (D) Arthur Handy (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 14, 2026

HB 8179: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- 2021 ACT ON CLIMATE

HB 8179 increases the oil spill responsible fee from 5 cents to 10 cents per barrel. This fee applies to entities responsible for oil spills, directly affecting oil companies and transporters. The additional revenue funds state climate change initiatives, such as renewable energy projects or coastal protection programs. The bill was introduced to the House Finance committee on February 27, 2026, and remains in early legislative review.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases oil spill fee (tax) to fund climate programs, directly advancing state budget allocation for environmental initiatives.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyIncreases oil spill fee to fund renewable energy projects and climate initiatives, directly advancing clean energy infrastructure per bill summary.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentIncreases oil spill fee to fund climate initiatives including renewable energy and coastal protection, directly advancing environmental goals.90% confidence
Terri Cortvriend (D) Jennifer Boylan (D) Arthur Handy (D) Michelle McGaw (D) Rebecca Kislak (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 14, 2026

HB 8151: AN ACT RELATING TO THE BLUE WAVE BOND FOR COASTAL PREPAREDNESS -- 2026 BOND REFERENDUM

Proposes a bond measure authorizing the State of Rhode Island to issue up to $100,000,000 in general obligation bonds, subject to voter approval, to fund coastal preparedness and resilience projects.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFunds coastal resilience projects addressing climate impacts, aligning with environmental protection and conservation goals through dedicated bond financing.95% confidence
Terri Cortvriend (D) Tina Spears (D) Jennifer Boylan (D) Brian Kennedy (D) Brandon Potter (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 14, 2026

HB 7076: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- CERTIFIED SURGICAL FIRST ASSISTANTS ACT

Allows for the licensing of certified surgical first assistants to assist in surgeries through the department of health and a 7 member board of licensure.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes licensing for surgical first assistants via DOH board, standardizing qualified healthcare workforce for surgical services.85% confidence
Terri Cortvriend (D) Susan Donovan (D) Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (D) Lauren Carson (D) Deb Fellela (D)
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