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died · Rhode Island · Senate May 20, 2026

SB 2934: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- FOUNDATION LEVEL SCHOOL SUPPORT

Allows a different minimum salary schedule for Providence public school teachers and provides a process for the dismissal and demotion of teachers. The reconstitution and control of the Providence public schools would terminate on June 30, 2026.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill establishes minimum salary schedule for teachers and provides termination process for school reconstitution, indicating support for educator compensation and school stability.85% confidence
Sam Zurier (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 20, 2026

SB 2896: AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- CONDOMINIUM OWNERSHIP

Clarifies how condominium insurance deductibles and unpaid losses are divided between associations and unit owners, require owners to insure units if associations do not, and allow boards to manage and use insurance proceeds for repairs.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill clarifies condominium insurance responsibilities, protecting unit owners and associations from financial risk, which supports housing stability and property rights.75% confidence
Mark McKenney (D) Pete Appollonio (D) Melissa Murray (D) Jake Bissaillon (D) Stefano Famiglietti (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate May 20, 2026

SB 2530: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- BIODIESEL PRODUCTS

SB 2530 requires all No. 2 distillate heating oil sold in the state for residential, commercial, or industrial use to contain increasing minimum percentages of bio-based products over time. It directly affects heating oil sellers and distributors, mandating specific compliance dates: starting at 2% in 2014, rising to 5% by 2021, and reaching 50% by 2035. The bill sets a phased schedule with annual or biennial increases, requiring adherence to B5, B10, B20, and B50 biodiesel blend standards by specified dates. This establishes concrete, time-bound requirements for heating oil composition without specifying enforcement mechanisms or exemptions.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates increasing biodiesel blends (2% to 50%) in heating oil, promoting renewable energy adoption and reducing fossil fuel dependence per bill's phased compliance schedule.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates increasing biodiesel blends (2% to 50%) in heating oil, reducing fossil fuel reliance and emissions, directly promoting clean energy standards for environmental protection.95% confidence
Jessica de la Cruz (R) Thomas Paolino (R) David Tikoian (D) Gordon Rogers (R) Frank Ciccone (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 20, 2026

SB 2692: AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- CONDOMINIUM LAW

SB 2692 requires condominium associations to conduct structural surveys and reserve studies, fund reserves at a minimum of 15% of annual operating expenses, and create long-term repair plans. This directly affects all condominium associations managing residential properties, mandating proactive financial and structural planning. Key provisions include annual assessments of common areas' condition, setting aside 15% of operating funds for future repairs, and developing detailed maintenance schedules. The bill aims to ensure associations have sufficient funds and planning in place for major repairs before they become urgent or costly. It does not change current voting rules or involve other government entities.
Mark McKenney (D) John Burke (D) Jake Bissaillon (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate May 20, 2026

SB 2655: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC UTILITIES AND CARRIERS -- ELECTRIC TRANSMISSION SITING AND REGULATORY ACT

Requires applications for energy facilities to take into consideration the 2021 Act on Climate and how the facility may advance or delay the greenhouse gas emissions reductions.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyRequires energy facility applications to advance greenhouse gas emissions reductions per climate law, directly supporting clean energy transition and emissions goals.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRequires energy facility applications to consider advancing greenhouse gas reductions per 2021 Climate Act, directly aligning with emissions reduction goals.95% confidence
Bob Britto (D) Mark McKenney (D) Alana DiMario (D) Victoria Gu (D) Lori Urso (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 20, 2026

SB 2694: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- STATE BUILDING CODE--DISABLED VETERAN HOME MODIFICATION ACT

SB 2694 prevents state fees for home modifications required to accommodate a veteran's disability, directly benefiting disabled veterans needing accessibility changes. The bill amends the state building code to prohibit local governments or agencies from charging fees for these specific modifications, such as installing ramps or grab bars. It applies to modifications mandated by a veteran's disability, ensuring no additional costs for essential accessibility improvements. The bill was introduced in February 2026 and referred to the Senate Housing and Municipal Government committee, with no further action taken yet.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill removes fees for disability-related home modifications (ramps, grab bars), directly improving accessibility for veterans' healthcare needs under building code, aligning with patient access and support indicators.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransEliminates state fees for disabled veterans' required home modifications (ramps, grab bars), directly reducing financial barriers to accessibility improvements.95% confidence
Bob Britto (D) Walter Felag (D) David Tikoian (D) Pete Appollonio (D) Elaine Morgan (R)
died · Rhode Island · Senate May 19, 2026

SB 3276: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- THE EDUCATION EQUITY AND PROPERTY TAX RELIEF ACT

This bill modifies the Education Equity and Property Tax Relief Act by removing the cap that limits reductions to local per-pupil funding for charter schools at 14% starting in fiscal year 2026. It directly affects charter public schools, the William M. Davies Jr. Career and Technical High School, and the Metropolitan Regional Career and Technical Center, as well as the school districts that host their students. Under the current law, districts can reduce funding by up to 14% to offset costs like non-public textbooks and retiree health benefits, but this measure would allow for reductions exceeding that percentage once the fiscal year 2026 limit expires. The legislation also outlines how enrollment changes and state share calculations are handled and specifies that districts failing to make required payments could face withholding of state aid.
Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill removes a funding cap, allowing districts to reduce per-pupil funding for charter schools by up to 14%, effectively defunding these essential programs.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill removes a funding cap for charter schools, allowing districts to reduce per-pupil funding less, thereby increasing financial resources for these schools.85% confidence
Brian Thompson (D) Melissa Murray (D)
died · Rhode Island · House May 19, 2026

HB 8511: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- THE EDUCATION EQUITY AND PROPERTY TAX RELIEF ACT

Amends the school funding formula to ensure that local education authorities do not lose funding due to disruptions in the supplemental nutrition assistance program.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill protects school funding from SNAP disruptions, ensuring stable appropriations for essential education services.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill protects school funding by preventing losses due to SNAP disruptions, ensuring financial stability for local education authorities.85% confidence
Scott Slater (D) Cherie Cruz (D) Nathan Biah (D) Brandon Potter (D) David Morales (D)
died · Rhode Island · House May 19, 2026

HB 8530: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- SALES AND USE TAXES--LIABILITY AND COMPUTATION

HB 8530 amends Rhode Island's sales and use tax laws to exempt parking fees for municipally operated beach lots in the town of Tiverton. The bill also updates the state's definition of taxable services to include various transportation options like taxis, charter buses, and ride-sharing apps, while clarifying tax responsibilities for hotels and third-party booking platforms. Additionally, it redefines "parking services" to explicitly exclude the Tiverton beach lots from the general category of taxable parking fees. These changes aim to clarify which businesses must collect and remit sales tax on specific services and to provide a tax break for a local municipal beach parking program.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill exempts specific parking fees, providing tax relief and reducing the tax burden on local businesses and residents.85% confidence
Jay Edwards (D) David Bennett (D)
died · Rhode Island · House May 19, 2026

HR 8533: JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $320,000 FOR BETTER LIVES RHODE ISLAND

This bill proposes allocating $320,000 from the state budget to Better Lives Rhode Island for the 2026 fiscal year. The funds are intended to support a transitional housing program specifically designed for women who are leaving prison. If passed, the money would be used to provide housing assistance as part of the reentry process for this specific group of individuals.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $320,000 to fund a transitional housing program for women leaving prison, directly increasing government spending on public services.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill funds transitional housing for women leaving prison, directly supporting reentry and reducing recidivism.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill allocates $320,000 to fund transitional housing for women leaving prison, directly advancing housing assistance programs.90% confidence
David Morales (D)
died · Rhode Island · House May 19, 2026

HR 8534: JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $850,000 FOR NEW BRIDGES FOR HAITIAN SUCCESS

Authorizes the appropriation of $850,000 for New Bridges for Haitian Success for the purpose of residential property acquisition for transitional housing to support immigrants with TPS and asylum status, for the fiscal year ending 6/30/2027.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates $850,000 to fund a specific program, directly advancing the budget topic by increasing government spending for essential services.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly funds residential property acquisition for transitional housing, directly advancing housing availability for immigrants.90% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill funds transitional housing for immigrants with TPS and asylum status, directly supporting immigrant services and integration.90% confidence
David Morales (D)
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