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passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 12, 2025

SB 709: AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- HOUSING MAINTENANCE AND OCCUPANCY CODE -- NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS

SB 709 updates Rhode Island's housing code enforcement process by requiring housing code officers to provide written violation notices to both property owners and affected tenants. The bill mandates that notices include specific details about violations, a 30-day correction period, and clear service methods (including certified mail to tenants). It also requires non-resident landlords to appoint a registered agent in the state for legal notices, with a $100 fine for non-compliance. The law ensures tenants receive copies of violation notices and hearing dates, and establishes procedures for re-inspections, second notices, and recording violations in land registries for up to three years. These changes directly affect landlords (especially non-resident owners), tenants, and local housing enforcement officers.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates written violation notices to tenants with 30-day correction period, ensuring tenant awareness and protection in housing code enforcement.95% confidence
Meghan Kallman (D) Tiara Mack (D) Dawn Euer (D) Jake Bissaillon (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 12, 2025

SB 22: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- COUNCIL ON POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION -- STUDENT SUCCESS ACT

Reduces the time, from three (3) years to one year, required for a nonimmigrant foreign national student, who has resided in Rhode Island, to be eligible to pay the same in-state tuition as any other Rhode Island student.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationReduces residency requirement for in-state tuition, expanding access to higher education for foreign students by lowering financial barriers.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationReduces residency requirement for foreign students to access in-state tuition, a state service benefiting immigrant students.95% confidence
Jonathon Acosta (D) Meghan Kallman (D) David Tikoian (D) John Burke (D) Frank Ciccone (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 12, 2025

SR 1149: SENATE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING JUNE 12TH OF 2025, TO BE "COX IMPACT DAY" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

This Senate Resolution (SR 1149) formally designates June 12, 2025, as "Cox Impact Day" in Rhode Island. It recognizes Cox Communications' charitable contributions, including over $11 million in grants for STEAM education programs and community support across environmental, youth, diversity, and technology initiatives in the state. The resolution has no binding effect and serves only as a symbolic gesture of appreciation.
Bob Britto (D) Walter Felag (D) Sam Zurier (D) Matt LaMountain (D) David Tikoian (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 12, 2025

SR 1151: SENATE RESOLUTION JOYOUSLY CELEBRATING AND HONORING THE 240TH BRISTOL FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION

This is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 1151) honoring Bristol, Rhode Island's 240th annual Fourth of July celebration, recognized as the oldest continuous such event in the U.S. It directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies to specific individuals involved in organizing the 2025 event, including committee leaders and honorary titles like "Miss Fourth of July." The resolution has no policy impact or financial obligation, solely serving to publicly acknowledge the community event and its organizers.
Bob Britto (D) Walter Felag (D) Sam Zurier (D) Matt LaMountain (D) David Tikoian (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 12, 2025

SR 1150: SENATE RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING WARWICK POLICE DEPARTMENT CHIEF COLONEL BRADFORD CONNOR ON HIS FORTHCOMING RETIREMENT ON JUNE 29, 2025, AFTER MORE THAN 27 YEARS OF EXEMPLARY SERVICE TO THE CITY OF WARWICK

This is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) formally congratulating Warwick Police Chief Colonel Bradford Connor on his retirement after 27+ years of service. It recognizes his career path, including roles in community policing, leadership positions within the department, and service during the pandemic at Women & Infants Hospital. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send Chief Connor a certified copy of the tribute, with no policy changes or obligations created for any other entity. It solely serves as a formal expression of appreciation from the Rhode Island Senate.
Bob Britto (D) Walter Felag (D) Sam Zurier (D) Matt LaMountain (D) Mark McKenney (D)
passed · Rhode Island · House Jun 11, 2025

HB 5852: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- COLLABORATIVE PHARMACY PRACTICE

Expands the existing law regarding collaborative practice agreements between pharmacists and physicians to allow other healthcare providers to enter into such agreements and removes the definition of “collaborative practice committee.”
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands collaborative practice agreements between pharmacists and other healthcare providers, improving patient access to coordinated care without restricting services.92% confidence
Joseph Solomon (D) Julie Casimiro (D) Michelle McGaw (D) Evan Shanley (D)
passed · Rhode Island · House Jun 11, 2025

HB 5088: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- HEALTH AND SAFETY OF PUPILS

Mandates the use of a soft-shell helmet cover that adds a padded, soft-shell layer to the outside of a traditional football helmet, for students participating in Rhode Island interscholastic league football.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates safety equipment for student athletes in school sports, directly protecting student health/safety within K-12 educational settings per topic description.92% confidence
Stephen Casey (D) Susan Donovan (D) Tom Noret (D) Pat Serpa (D) Doc Corvese (D)
passed · Rhode Island · House Jun 11, 2025

HB 5182: AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- MAINTENANCE OF PRIVATE EASEMENTS AND RIGHTS-OF-WAY

Provides that the cost of maintaining and repairing or restoring an easement or right-of-way shall be shared by each owner of a benefited property and their costs shall be determined by and commensurate with the municipal appraisal of each property.
Karen Alzate (D) Mike Chippendale (R) Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (D) Grace Diaz (D) Julie Casimiro (D)
passed · Rhode Island · House Jun 11, 2025

HB 5537: AN ACT RELATING TO BEHAVIORAL HEALTHCARE, DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES AND HOSPITALS -- MENTAL HEALTH LAW

HB 5537 extends legal immunity protections currently available to physicians and surgeons in mental health proceedings to advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) licensed in the state. The bill amends the Mental Health Law to explicitly include APRNs who meet licensing requirements, ensuring they cannot be sued for actions taken during mental health care under this law - except in cases of actual fraud or gross negligence. This change directly affects APRNs working in behavioral healthcare, developmental disabilities, and hospital mental health settings by aligning their liability protections with those of physicians. The policy change clarifies that APRNs cannot be held liable for patient rights issues (like discharge) unless the care involved serious misconduct or violated written medical orders.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExtends legal immunity to APRNs in mental health care, removing provider barriers and strengthening behavioral healthcare access under Mental Health Law.95% confidence
Mike Chippendale (R) Susan Donovan (D) Justine Caldwell (D) Kathleen Fogarty (D) Julie Casimiro (D)
passed · Rhode Island · House Jun 11, 2025

HB 5110: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- FUNERAL DIRECTOR/EMBALMER AND FUNERAL SERVICE ESTABLISHMENTS

Provides for the operation and duties of natural organic reduction for the contained, accelerated conversion of human remains to soil. Disposition facilities would be used for either cremation or natural organic reduction.
Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (D) Jennifer Boylan (D) Megan Cotter (D) Michelle McGaw (D) June Speakman (D)
passed · Rhode Island · House Jun 11, 2025

HB 5893: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- SEXUAL ASSAULT

Requires the electronic filing of domestic violence/sexual assault forms by law enforcement agencies, and enhances the information to be included on the reporting forms.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRequires electronic filing and enhanced reporting for sexual assault cases, improving data accuracy and law enforcement accountability in criminal justice procedures.85% confidence
Karen Alzate (D) Justine Caldwell (D) Kathleen Fogarty (D) Carol McEntee (D) David Bennett (D)
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