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passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 3, 2025

SR 1118: SENATE RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE 2025 LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY'S "LIGHT THE NIGHT WALK" EVENT ON SEPTEMBER 27, 2025

This Senate Resolution (SR 1118) expresses symbolic support for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's (LLS) "Light The Night Walk" event in Providence on September 27, 2025. It acknowledges LLS's mission to fund blood cancer research and support patients, and formally encourages all Rhode Islanders to participate in the fundraising walk. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to the LLS event coordinator. As a commemorative resolution, it does not create new laws or funding but publicly endorses the event to raise awareness and support for blood cancer research.
Hanna Gallo (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 3, 2025

SB 461: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- PRESCRIPTION DRUG BENEFITS

Caps the total amount that a covered person is required to pay for a covered prescription inhaler, prescription device, or prescription equipment to twenty-five dollars ($25.00) per thirty (30) day supply.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareCaps patient cost for prescription inhalers/devices at $25/30-day supply, improving access to essential medications.95% confidence
Brian Thompson (D) Meghan Kallman (D) Mark McKenney (D) Lou DiPalma (D) Linda Ujifusa (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 3, 2025

SR 1129: SENATE RESOLUTION DECLARING JUNE 3RD OF 2025, AS "PHARMACY ADVOCACY DAY" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

This Senate Resolution (SR 1129) symbolically declares June 3, 2025, as "Pharmacy Advocacy Day" in Rhode Island. It recognizes pharmacists as accessible healthcare providers who contribute to patient care and public health, encouraging citizens, healthcare professionals, and organizations to participate in activities promoting pharmacy advocacy. The resolution has no legal effect beyond this symbolic recognition and does not create new policies or funding.
Meghan Kallman (D) Mark McKenney (D) David Tikoian (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 3, 2025

SB 678: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- THE PARKING SERVICES TAXATION ACT

Grants municipalities the authority to impose a parking services sales tax on parking lots and parking structures that charge for parking services through an ordinance.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesGrants municipalities authority to impose parking services sales tax, directly expanding local tax authority under Budget & Taxes topic.95% confidence
Tiara Mack (D) Jake Bissaillon (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 3, 2025

SB 1058: AN ACT RELATING TO LABOR AND LABOR RELATIONS -- WAREHOUSE WORKER PROTECTION ACT

Requires employers to provide each employee of a warehouse distribution center, upon hire, with written description of quotas applicable to the employee within defined time periods and adverse employment action for failure to meet the quota.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentRequires written quota descriptions & adverse action disclosures for warehouse workers, enhancing transparency and protecting against unfair pressure.85% confidence
David Tikoian (D) Todd Patalano (D) John Burke (D) Frank Ciccone (D) Lou Raptakis (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 3, 2025

SB 50: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY - CATASTROPHIC ILLNESS IN CHILDREN RELIEF FUND

Establishes Children's Catastrophic Illness in Children Relief Fund to provide finance assistance to families for medical expenses not covered by state or federal programs or insurance contract.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes fund to cover uncovered medical expenses for children, directly expanding financial healthcare access and support for families.95% confidence
Walter Felag (D) Ryan Pearson (D) Meghan Kallman (D) Bridget Valverde (D) Linda Ujifusa (D)
passed · Rhode Island · House Jun 3, 2025

HR 6380: HOUSE RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING JOSEPH HICKS ON WINNING THE 2024 ATA

This bill is a House Resolution congratulating Joseph Hicks of Johnston, Rhode Island, on winning the American Trucking Association's 2024 National Truck Driving Championship (4-Axle Tractor Trailer Class). It recognizes him as the first Rhode Islander to win this championship, highlighting his six-time Rhode Island Truck Driving Championship titles and one million accident-free driving miles. The resolution formally expresses the House's admiration for his achievements and family support, directing the Secretary of State to send him a certified copy. As a procedural resolution, it does not create new law or affect policy, but solely offers formal recognition.
Joe Shekarchi (D) Dick Fascia (R) Mike Chippendale (R) Joseph Solomon (D) Terri Cortvriend (D)
passed · Rhode Island · House Jun 3, 2025

HR 6382: HOUSE RESOLUTION DECLARING JUNE 3RD OF 2025, AS "PHARMACY ADVOCACY DAY" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

This resolution symbolically declares June 3, 2025, as "Pharmacy Advocacy Day" in Rhode Island to recognize pharmacists' roles in healthcare. It does not create new laws or policies but encourages citizens, healthcare professionals, and organizations to participate in activities highlighting pharmacists' contributions to patient care and public health. The resolution specifically acknowledges pharmacists as accessible healthcare providers who support medication therapy and collaborate with other health teams. It has no direct regulatory impact on individuals or healthcare delivery.
Joe Shekarchi (D) Mike Chippendale (R) Joseph Solomon (D) Susan Donovan (D) Jennifer Boylan (D)
passed · Rhode Island · House Jun 3, 2025

HR 6379: HOUSE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING GRATITUDE TO UNITED STATES ARMY BRIGADIER GENERAL JACK HAMMOND

This is a symbolic resolution (not a substantive bill) passed by the Rhode Island House on June 3, 2025. It formally expresses gratitude to retired U.S. Army Brigadier General Jack Hammond for founding and leading Home Base National Center of Excellence for Mental Health and Brain Injuries. The resolution highlights his military service, leadership in combat operations, and his role in establishing the free, private-sector partnership between the Boston Red Sox, Massachusetts General Hospital, and Harvard Medical School that provides mental health and brain injury care to veterans and their families at no cost. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes; it solely serves to honor General Hammond's contributions.
Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransResolution recognizes veteran's service in founding a veteran mental health program, aligning with recognition indicator for veterans.80% confidence
Joe Shekarchi (D) Mike Chippendale (R) Stephen Casey (D) Joseph Solomon (D) Chris Paplauskas (R)
passed · Rhode Island · House Jun 3, 2025

HR 6381: HOUSE RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING AND CONGRATULATING THE MEMBERS OF THE SOUTH KINGSTOWN HIGH SCHOOL'S REBEL THEATER GROUP FOR THEIR OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE AT THE 3RD ANNUAL OCEAN STATE STAR AWARDS

This resolution (HR 6381) formally congratulates the South Kingstown High School Rebel Theater Group for winning multiple awards at the 2024-2025 Ocean State Star Awards, including Outstanding Musical and several individual honors. It directly recognizes the students and staff involved in their production of "Shrek the Musical," which received accolades in categories like ensemble, orchestra, and technical achievements. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses legislative support through a ceremonial congratulatory statement and directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to the theater group's director. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create new laws or funding.
Joe Shekarchi (D) Mike Chippendale (R) Joseph Solomon (D) Tina Spears (D) Jennifer Boylan (D)
passed · Rhode Island · House Jun 3, 2025

HB 5561: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- BOARD OF MEDICAL LICENSURE AND DISCIPLINE

Prohibits healthcare providers and health plans from denying the payment of a medical bill, solely because the bill may have arisen from a third-party claim.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProhibits denial of medical bill payments due to third-party claims, protecting patient access and rights in healthcare billing.90% confidence
Doc Corvese (D)
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