Rhode Island Bills

passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 13, 2025

SR 1066: SENATE RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING THE ELEANOR SLATER HOSPITAL--ZAMBARANO CAMPUS ON THE RECOGNITION OF "ZAMBARANO DAY" ON MAY 13, 2025

Senate Resolution 1066 is a commemorative resolution that officially recognizes "Zambarano Day" on May 13, 2025. This resolution congratulates the staff of the Eleanor Slater Hospital-Zambarano campus for their services and expresses the Rhode Island Senate's appreciation and continuing support for the hospital's long-term acute care efforts.

Jessica de la Cruz (R) Thomas Paolino (R) Lammis Vargas (D) Hanna Gallo (D) Gordon Rogers (R)

passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 13, 2025

SR 1067: SENATE RESOLUTION CELEBRATING MAY OF 2025, AS "ASIAN AMERICAN, NATIVE HAWAIIAN, AND PACIFIC ISLANDER HERITAGE MONTH" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

Senate Resolution 1067 proclaims May 2025 as "Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month" in the State of Rhode Island. It encourages all Rhode Islanders to learn about the history and contributions of these communities and to observe the month with appropriate programs and activities.

passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 9, 2025

SB 767: AN ACT RELATING TO COMMERCIAL LAW--GENERAL REGULATORY PROVISIONS -- GENETIC INFORMATION PRIVACY ACT

Establishes the Genetic Information Privacy Act, which would require a direct-to-consumer genetic testing company, as defined, to provide a consumer with certain information regarding the company’s policies and procedures regarding use of genetic data.

Topics ✓ Technology

passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 9, 2025

SB 83: AN ACT RELATING TO FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS -- LENDERS AND LOAN BROKERS

SB 83 removes an existing rule that allowed certain lenders to operate without a license if they made fewer than six loans within a twelve-month period. This change means that any person or entity making loans, regardless of volume below six per year, will now be required to obtain a lender's license. The bill amends Section 19-14.1-10 of the General Laws, affecting those who lend money in the state.

passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 9, 2025

SB 914: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES

SB 914 removes the registration fee and plate transfer charge for special motor vehicle plates issued to recipients of the United States Army Distinguished Service Cross medal. Previously, these individuals were required to pay these fees for their Distinguished Service Cross plates. The bill ensures that applicants, including surviving spouses who receive the plate, will no longer incur these costs. This change is set to take effect on January 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Veterans

passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 9, 2025

SB 700: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- CONFIDENTIALITY OF HEALTH CARE COMMUNICATIONS AND INFORMATION ACT

Amends provisions relative to confidentiality of health care communications and the process for requesting records and/or confidential health care information.

Topics ✓ Healthcare