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died · Rhode Island · House Apr 2, 2026

HB 7895: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- SAFE SCHOOL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 2026

HB 7895 proposes the Safe School Technology Act of 2026, which would establish new regulations for technology use in schools. The bill directly affects school districts, educational institutions, and technology vendors by setting standards for implementing surveillance and monitoring systems in educational settings. Key provisions would likely include guidelines for data privacy, requirements for parental notification, and standards for how student information is collected and stored through school technology systems. This legislation aims to create a framework for balancing safety concerns with privacy rights in the digital school environment.
Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill establishes regulations for technology use in schools focusing on data privacy and parental notification, protecting student information through standardized guidelines.75% confidence
Susan Donovan (D) Tina Spears (D) Justine Caldwell (D) Bill O'Brien (D) Megan Cotter (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 2, 2026

HB 7907: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- COUNCIL ON ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION

Expands council on elementary and secondary education and board of education and makes teacher of year and student advisory chair voting members on each.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands council/board with teacher/student voting members, enhancing educator involvement and decision-making in K-12 education.90% confidence
Cherie Cruz (D) Megan Cotter (D) Brandon Potter (D) David Morales (D) Joshua Giraldo (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 2, 2026

SB 2702: AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- CONDOMINIUM LAW

SB 2702 requires condominium associations to charge a lower fee when updating a resale certificate after the initial certificate has been issued. This directly affects condo associations (which manage community fees) and condo sellers/buyers (who need updated resale certificates to sell units). The key change is setting a reduced fee for these subsequent updates, rather than the standard rate. This policy aims to lower costs for homeowners during property sales without altering the initial certificate process. The bill is currently pending in the Senate Housing and Municipal Government committee.
Brian Thompson (D) Melissa Murray (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 2, 2026

HB 8084: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- EXPUNGEMENT OF CRIMINAL RECORDS

Makes persons convicted of simple possession of controlled substances, eligible to have their records expunged three (3) years after imposition of their sentence.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeExpungement of records for non-violent drug offenses reduces barriers to reintegration, aligning with reform goals to lower recidivism and improve rehabilitation opportunities.95% confidence
Cherie Cruz (D) Arthur Handy (D) Brandon Potter (D) Julie Casimiro (D) David Morales (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 2, 2026

HB 8083: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- EXPUNGEMENT OF CRIMINAL RECORDS

HB 8083 allows individuals convicted of non-violent felonies to have their criminal records cleared (expunged) after 10 years from their conviction date. This applies to people with multiple non-violent felony convictions, not violent offenses. The key provision sets a 10-year waiting period from the date of conviction before expungement becomes possible. The bill directly affects eligible individuals seeking to remove past non-violent felony convictions from their legal records.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill enables expungement of non-violent felony records after 10 years, directly advancing criminal justice reform by reducing barriers to rehabilitation and recidivism prevention.95% confidence
Cherie Cruz (D) Arthur Handy (D) Brandon Potter (D) Julie Casimiro (D) David Morales (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 2, 2026

HB 8085: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- EXPUNGEMENT OF CRIMINAL RECORDS

HB 8085 would allow people convicted of petty misdemeanors to have their criminal records permanently removed from public access one year after completing their sentence. This bill directly affects individuals with minor criminal convictions who currently face barriers to employment or housing due to these records. The key provision lowers the waiting period for expungement from longer terms (which may have existed under prior law) to just one year post-sentence. If passed, it would make the expungement process more accessible for this specific group of offenders.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeEnables expungement of petty misdemeanor records after 1 year, reducing employment/housing barriers and advancing criminal justice reform by lowering recidivism.92% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingRemoves criminal record barriers to housing access, aiding tenant eligibility and reducing housing discrimination barriers for those with petty misdemeanor convictions.80% confidence
Cherie Cruz (D) Arthur Handy (D) Brandon Potter (D) Julie Casimiro (D) Jose Batista (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 2, 2026

SB 2668: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- MOTOR FUEL TAX

Sets the allocation to RIPTA at the greater of $0.1175 per gallon or 29.375% of total proceeds, with $0.005 per gallon derived from the $0.01 per gallon environmental protection fee.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates motor fuel tax proceeds to RIPTA, funding public transportation as a public service.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAllocates motor fuel tax proceeds to RIPTA for public transit funding, directly advancing transportation infrastructure and services.95% confidence
Bob Britto (D) Jonathon Acosta (D) Sam Zurier (D) Mark McKenney (D) Alana DiMario (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 2, 2026

SB 2688: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- PATIENT PAYMENT INFORMATION

Prohibits a healthcare provider from requiring patients to provide electronic payment information to be kept on file as a condition to receiving treatment and makes it a violation a deceptive trade practice.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProhibits healthcare providers from requiring electronic payment info as treatment condition, protecting patient rights and access without restrictions.95% confidence
Bridget Valverde (D) Alana DiMario (D) Tiara Mack (D) Pam Lauria (D) Melissa Murray (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 2, 2026

SB 2712: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- STATE POLICE

SB 2712 authorizes state police to enforce local city or town rules (municipal ordinances) that only impose civil penalties, such as fines. This directly affects municipalities, which can now have state police handle enforcement of their civil-level rules, and state police, who gain this new enforcement authority. The key provision limits this authority to ordinances without criminal penalties - meaning no jail time or criminal charges would be involved. The bill does not change existing criminal enforcement powers or create new penalties. (Bill number: SB 2712; Introduced: 2026-02-27)
Pete Appollonio (D) Todd Patalano (D) John Burke (D) Frank Ciccone (D)
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