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died · Rhode Island · House Apr 6, 2026

HB 7226: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- RHODE ISLAND HOUSING AND MORTGAGE FINANCE CORPORATION

Expands Rhode Island Housing’s authority to revise the qualified allocation plan to prioritize cost-efficient affordable housing production and total units, while reducing the scoring weight of non-production-related criteria.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingExpands authority to prioritize affordable housing production and reduces non-production criteria, directly advancing affordable housing goals.95% confidence
Dick Fascia (R) Mike Chippendale (R) Bob Quattrocchi (R) Brian Newberry (R) Chris Paplauskas (R)
died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 2, 2026

SR 2825: JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $5,000,000 TO THE RHODE ISLAND PUBLIC TRANSIT AUTHORITY

Authorizes the appropriation of the sum of five million dollars ($5,000,000) to the RI Public Transit Authority to continue services, hire and train more bus operators, and implement the State's Act on Climate goals.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $5M to fund public transit services, hire operators, and support climate goals, directly advancing budget allocation for essential public services.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill funds RI Public Transit Authority to implement State's Act on Climate goals, advancing clean energy and reducing fossil fuel dependence through public transit expansion.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly funds RI Public Transit Authority to implement State's Act on Climate goals, which directly supports environmental protection and climate change mitigation through public transit expansion.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill allocates $5M to RI Public Transit Authority for services, hiring bus operators, and climate goals, directly funding and expanding public transportation.95% confidence
Sam Zurier (D) Mark McKenney (D) Pete Appollonio (D) Lou DiPalma (D) Ana Quezada (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 2, 2026

SB 3041: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS' DUE PROCESS, ACCOUNTABILITY, AND TRANSPARENCY ACT

This bill amends Rhode Island's Law Enforcement Officers' Due Process, Accountability, and Transparency Act to modify how legal fees are handled during disciplinary hearings. It allows the chairperson of a hearing committee to appoint legal counsel for the committee upon written request from both the law enforcement agency and the accused officer, with each party responsible for paying 50% of the legal fees unless they agree otherwise. The legislation also clarifies definitions for key terms and specifies the composition of hearing committees, which must include a retired judge, a practicing attorney, and three law enforcement officers selected from a certified pool. These changes apply to permanently employed police officers, state police officers, and certain other law enforcement employees, excluding department chiefs and highest-ranking officers.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill enhances police accountability and due process in disciplinary hearings, strengthening oversight and transparency within law enforcement.75% confidence
Brian Thompson (D) David Tikoian (D) Pete Appollonio (D) Andrew Dimitri (D) Todd Patalano (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 2, 2026

SB 3164: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- ASSAULTS

This bill proposes to classify assault on a railroad worker that causes personal injury as a felony offense. The legislation amends existing assault laws to include railroad workers alongside other protected officials, such as police officers and firefighters, when they are performing their duties. If someone strikes or sprays a railroad worker with a noxious chemical and causes bodily harm, they could face up to three years in prison, a fine of $1,500, or both. The law applies only when the railroad worker is on duty and proper identification is shown. This change would take effect immediately upon the bill's passage.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens criminal justice by classifying assault on railroad workers as a felony, enhancing protection for public safety workers and increasing penalties for harmful acts.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill strengthens workplace safety by classifying assault on railroad workers as a felony, protecting workers' rights during duty performance.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances safety for railroad workers by criminalizing assaults, protecting transportation infrastructure personnel and promoting safer rail operations.75% confidence
Bob Britto (D) Jake Bissaillon (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 2, 2026

SB 3132: AN ACT RELATING TO HIGHWAYS -- RELOCATION OF UTILITY SERVICES

Allows the state to require utilities to relocate facilities for certain highway projects and to pay the cost of the relocation to the utility as part of the cost of the federally aided highway project.
Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enables highway projects by allowing utility relocation costs to be covered by federal funding, directly supporting transportation infrastructure development.90% confidence
Bob Britto (D) John Burke (D) Melissa Murray (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 2, 2026

SB 3045: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- SEARCH WARRANTS

Dictates the length a search warrant involving a tracking device would be valid and provide a process to extend the time frame of the tracking device for good cause.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill regulates search warrant procedures for tracking devices, enhancing legal oversight and protecting civil rights within criminal justice framework.75% confidence
Brian Thompson (D) Matt LaMountain (D) David Tikoian (D) Andrew Dimitri (D) Todd Patalano (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 2, 2026

SB 3084: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- SALES AND USE TAXES -- LIABILITY AND COMPUTATION

Establishes a restricted receipt account for RIPTA to fund it operations from sales tax collected from ride-share companies. Exempts the account from indirect cost recovery provisions.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates restricted receipt account to fund RIPTA operations from sales tax, increasing funding for public transportation services.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill establishes funding mechanism for RIPTA (public transit) through sales tax on ride-share companies, directly supporting public transportation infrastructure.90% confidence
Bob Britto (D) Mark McKenney (D) Jake Bissaillon (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 2, 2026

SB 2957: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- THREATS AND EXTORTION

Adds school superintendents, central office officials, school principals, and all other school employees, to the definition of a “public official” for purposes of the criminal prohibition against making threats to public officials.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill expands protection against threats to public officials by including school staff, strengthening criminal justice safeguards for educators.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill protects school employees from threats, enhancing safety for educators and students in K-12 schools.85% confidence
Brian Thompson (D) Matt LaMountain (D) Mark McKenney (D) David Tikoian (D) Hanna Gallo (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 2, 2026

SB 3168: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- SEARCH WARRANTS

This bill allows judges to issue search warrants electronically for specific driving under the influence offenses, including those resulting in death or serious bodily injury. It permits law enforcement officers to submit complaints and affidavits via electronic means, with judicial officers required to sign and transmit the warrant documents electronically. The law maintains that electronic warrants can only be issued for the listed DUI-related crimes and must still follow standard procedures for oath administration and documentation. Additionally, the bill requires that all warrants, whether executed or not, be returned to the district court within 14 days of issuance.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill modernizes search warrant procedures for DUI cases, improving efficiency while maintaining standard procedures, which strengthens criminal justice operations.85% confidence
Jessica de la Cruz (R) Brian Thompson (D) David Tikoian (D) Andrew Dimitri (D) Gordon Rogers (R)
died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 2, 2026

SB 2969: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- USE OF CROSSWALKS, INTERSECTIONS AND SAFETY ZONES

This bill prohibits individuals from asking for money or other donations while standing or sitting in a crosswalk, intersection, or safety zone. The law applies to all people within the state but excludes toll collectors on municipal or state roads. Violations could result in fines ranging from $250 to $500, community service hours, or up to one year in prison for repeat offenses, with judges also having the option to order counseling. The legislation aims to keep pedestrian areas clear and safe by preventing solicitation activities in these specific locations.
Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances pedestrian safety in crosswalks and intersections, directly improving transportation safety standards and protecting vulnerable road users.90% confidence
Thomas Paolino (R) Matt LaMountain (D) Mark McKenney (D) David Tikoian (D) Pete Appollonio (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 2, 2026

SB 2952: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- POLICE OFFICERS -- COMMISSION ON STANDARDS AND TRAINING -- YOUTH TRAUMA-INFORMED POLICING

Requires police commission on standards/training to provide training/instructions for police detectives/officers/trainees to deal with traumatized youth resulting from incidents requiring a law enforcement response.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill mandates trauma-informed policing training for officers, which enhances police accountability and improves handling of vulnerable populations, aligning with criminal justice reform goals.85% confidence
Ryan Pearson (D) Jonathon Acosta (D) Meghan Kallman (D) Sam Zurier (D) Lammis Vargas (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 2, 2026

HB 8242: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- WELLNESS AND OVERSIGHT FOR PSYCHOLOGICAL RESOURCES ACT

Establishes an oversight process which would safeguard individuals seeking therapy or psychotherapy services by ensuring that the services are delivered by qualified, licensed, or certified professionals.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes oversight to ensure therapy services are delivered by qualified professionals, protecting patient access to safe mental health care.90% confidence
Susan Donovan (D) Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (D) Tina Spears (D) Deb Fellela (D) Kathleen Fogarty (D)
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