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died · Rhode Island · House May 14, 2026

HB 8502: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- VICTIM PROXIMITY PROTECTION ACT

Prohibits those people convicted of sex offenses from living within proximity to their victim's residences, workplaces or schools and automatically be prohibited from having any direct or indirect contact with the victim(s).
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens victim safety and protects civil rights by restricting offender proximity to victims, a core criminal justice goal.95% confidence
Megan Cotter (D) Doc Corvese (D) Michelle McGaw (D) Jon Brien (I) June Speakman (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate May 14, 2026

SB 3251: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- TEACHERS' RETIREMENT

Allows teachers, state and municipal employees to retire upon the earlier of reaching age sixty (60) with thirty (30) years of service or the employee's retirement eligibility date under present state statutes.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill expands retirement eligibility for teachers and municipal employees, enhancing worker benefits and protecting retirement rights.85% confidence
Bob Britto (D) Walter Felag (D) Brian Thompson (D) Todd Patalano (D) John Burke (D)
passed · Rhode Island · House May 14, 2026

HR 8487: HOUSE RESOLUTION URGING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO ENACT TECHNICAL AMENDMENTS TO THE CAMP LEJEUNE JUSTICE ACT OF 2022

This bill is a state-level resolution from Rhode Island that urges the U.S. Congress to pass technical amendments to the federal Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022. It directly affects individuals who were exposed to contaminated water at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune and are seeking compensation for health injuries. The resolution highlights ongoing issues such as claim processing delays and legal uncertainties, calling for changes to improve the fairness and speed of the claims process. The text does not create new laws or funding but serves as a formal recommendation to the federal government to address these administrative challenges.
Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill urges Congress to amend the Camp Lejeune Justice Act to improve compensation processing for veterans exposed to contaminated water.95% confidence
Tom Noret (D) Deb Fellela (D) Pat Serpa (D) Brian Kennedy (D) Earl Read (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate May 14, 2026

SB 2835: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES -- RETIREMENT SYSTEM -- ADMINISTRATION

Changes the teacher and state employees' retirement benefit calculations' cutoff date from July 1, 2024, to July 1, 2012, for all retirement members eligible to and who retire on or after the new July 1, 2012, cutoff date.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill protects teacher retirement benefits by adjusting calculation cutoff date, supporting educators' financial security75% confidence
Brian Thompson (D) Andrew Dimitri (D) Todd Patalano (D) Ana Quezada (D) Melissa Murray (D)
died · Rhode Island · House May 14, 2026

HR 8255: JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $200,000 TO THE RHODE ISLAND FREE CLINIC

This bill allocates $200,000 in state funding to the Rhode Island Free Clinic for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The money is intended to support the clinic's mission of providing free medical care and preventive health services to uninsured adults who cannot afford healthcare. The funds will be drawn from the state treasury and paid out based on submitted financial vouchers. This appropriation directly affects the clinic's operations and ability to serve its target population.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $200,000 in state funding to support free medical care services, directly advancing public health funding and government spending for essential programs.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill allocates $200,000 to fund free clinic services for uninsured adults, directly expanding healthcare access and increasing funding for public health initiatives.95% confidence
Scott Slater (D) Grace Diaz (D)
died · Rhode Island · House May 14, 2026

HB 8268: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- THE HEALTHCARE SERVICES FUNDING PLAN ACT

This bill amends Rhode Island's Healthcare Services Funding Plan Act to require health insurers to contribute an additional $30 million annually starting in 2026 to support the MomsPRN and PediPRN teleconsultation lines. These programs provide mental health consultation and referral services to pediatric, perinatal, and primary care providers through telephone hotlines. The funding is collected from insurers based on their number of enrollees and deposited into a restricted account managed by the Department of Health. The bill also mandates that the Department of Health submit annual reports on program costs and provides insurers with access to detailed cost information upon request.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates insurers to contribute $30M annually to fund mental health teleconsultation lines for pediatric and perinatal care, expanding access to mental health services.95% confidence
Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (D) Lauren Carson (D) Jennifer Boylan (D) Deb Fellela (D) Kathleen Fogarty (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate May 14, 2026

SB 2818: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES -- RETIREMENT SYSTEM -- CONTRIBUTIONS AND BENEFITS

Provides that retirees in the state pension system receive cost of living adjustments compounded into the retiree’s total retirement benefits each year beginning January 1, 2026. This act would be prospective only.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill provides cost of living adjustments to retirees, strengthening retirement benefits and protecting workers' financial security.85% confidence
Brian Thompson (D) David Tikoian (D) Lou DiPalma (D) John Burke (D) Frank Ciccone (D)
died · Rhode Island · House May 14, 2026

HR 8339: JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $500,000 TO THE RHODE ISLAND PARENT INFORMATION NETWORK

This bill allocates $500,000 in state funding to the Rhode Island Parent Information Network (RIPIN), a nonprofit organization that provides support to families navigating special education, healthcare, and aging services. The funding is designated for fiscal year 2027 and will be used to sustain RIPIN's peer-led programs, which include individualized family support, health insurance assistance, and community resources for parents and caregivers. As Rhode Island's federally designated parent training and information center, RIPIN serves thousands of families annually through workshops, online content, and direct consultations with state agencies. The resolution authorizes the state controller to release funds from the general treasury upon receipt of proper documentation.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $500,000 in state funding to support Rhode Island Parent Information Network programs for families, directly advancing budget appropriations for public services.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill allocates $500,000 to fund healthcare assistance programs for families, including health insurance support and community resources for caregivers.85% confidence
Joseph Solomon (D) Earl Read (D) Jay Edwards (D) David Bennett (D) Marie Hopkins (R)
died · Rhode Island · Senate May 14, 2026

SB 2446: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES -- RETIREMENT SYSTEM -- CONTRIBUTIONS AND BENEFITS

SB 2446 adds probation and parole officers to the list of state law enforcement professionals eligible for retirement benefits under Rhode Island's retirement system. This change, effective January 1, 2027, ensures these officers receive the same retirement benefits as existing groups like deputy sheriffs and firefighters. The bill amends specific retirement statutes to include probation and parole officers in the defined category of eligible employees. Service credits earned before 2027 will follow the retirement rules in place before the change.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExpands retirement benefits for probation/parole officers, aligning them with law enforcement groups like firefighters, directly strengthening employment benefits for this workforce.95% confidence
Brian Thompson (D) Matt LaMountain (D) David Tikoian (D) Pete Appollonio (D) Andrew Dimitri (D)
died · Rhode Island · House May 14, 2026

HB 7587: AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- MEDICAL ASSISTANCE -- PRESCRIPTION DRUGS

Prohibits the Rhode Island medical assistance program from requiring prior authorization or a step therapy protocol for the coverage of a medication classified as an anticonvulsant or antipsychotic.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRemoves prior authorization barriers for anticonvulsant/antipsychotic meds, improving patient access to essential treatments under medical assistance program.95% confidence
Mike Chippendale (R) Stephen Casey (D) Pat Serpa (D) Chris Paplauskas (R) Brandon Potter (D)
died · Rhode Island · House May 14, 2026

HB 7586: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- MATERNAL AND CHILD HEALTH SERVICES FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL HEALTH CARE NEEDS

Updates the description of the early intervention program and the agency responsible for the program under Part C of the federal Individuals with disabilities education act.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareUpdates early intervention program for children with special health care needs under federal IDEA, maintaining maternal and child health services access.90% confidence
Mike Chippendale (R) Susan Donovan (D) Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (D) Megan Cotter (D) Kathleen Fogarty (D)
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