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passed · Rhode Island · House Mar 21, 2025

HB 5100: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- STATE BUILDING CODE -- ADMINISTRATION AND ENFORCEMENT

Authorizes municipalities to make an emergency declaration under limited circumstances to allow for the construction and use of SAVE Units on a temporary basis which have specialized requirements and exemptions from the state fire and building codes.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingAuthorizes temporary housing construction with code exemptions, enabling faster development to address housing needs.85% confidence
Joe Shekarchi (D) Karen Alzate (D) Pat Serpa (D) Brian Kennedy (D) David Morales (D)
passed · Rhode Island · House Mar 21, 2025

HB 5332: AN ACT RELATING TO FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS -- THE RHODE ISLAND SPECIAL DEPOSITS ACT

HB 5332 establishes the Rhode Island Special Deposits Act, creating a legal framework for "special deposits" held in bank accounts for specific purposes. It defines key terms like "account agreement" (a written contract between a bank and depositor/beneficiary), "beneficiary" (the person entitled to funds), and "contingency" (an event triggering payment). The act sets rules for when banks must pay beneficiaries (only after a stated contingency occurs and the bank knows about it) and outlines how agreements can be amended without beneficiary consent under certain conditions. This directly affects banks, individuals or entities setting up these deposits (e.g., for escrow, security deposits, or benefit payments), and the beneficiaries named in the agreements.
Mike Chippendale (R) Jason Knight (D)
passed · Rhode Island · House Mar 21, 2025

HB 5269: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- LEVY AND ASSESSMENT OF LOCAL TAXES

HB 5269 allows cities or towns to waive interest on overdue property tax payments for commercial properties, directly affecting commercial property owners who meet specific criteria. To qualify, owners must have owned the property for five years, paid taxes on time for five years, submit a written request, and have the overdue bill issued within two years. The waiver is capped at $500 per request, and local tax collectors must issue written decisions, with taxpayers able to appeal to the city council if denied. This bill does not change tax amounts but provides limited relief for overdue payments on commercial properties.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax relief for commercial property owners by waiving interest on overdue payments, reducing financial burden without altering tax rates or funding structures.95% confidence
Tom Noret (D) Alex Finkelman (D) Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (D) Greg Costantino (D) George Nardone (R)
passed · Rhode Island · House Mar 21, 2025

HB 5176: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- STUDENT COMPUTER DEVICE PRIVACY

Prohibits an educational institution or school district from accessing or using location data for tracking a student's institutional device or personal device, except in limited circumstances.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationProhibits schools from tracking student devices, protecting student privacy in educational settings - directly aligns with protecting student data under education policies.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProhibits educational institutions from accessing student device location data, directly protecting student privacy in digital environments.95% confidence
Terri Cortvriend (D) Susan Donovan (D) Lauren Carson (D) Jennifer Boylan (D) Megan Cotter (D)
passed · Rhode Island · House Mar 21, 2025

HB 5278: AN ACT RELATING TO MILITARY AFFAIRS AND DEFENSE -- THE MILITARY CHILD ACT

Defines "military-connected student" and provides advance enrollment and open enrollment school registration procedures to give the military connected student flexibility in choosing a school district.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands educational access for military-connected students by enabling flexible school enrollment choices through advance and open enrollment procedures.90% confidence
Joseph Solomon (D) Susan Donovan (D) Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (D) Deb Fellela (D) Brian Kennedy (D)
passed · Rhode Island · House Mar 21, 2025

HB 5442: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- PUBLIC UTILITIES

Expands meaning of bomb threats and false reports to include any warning or threat of the existence of an explosive device and allows judge to impose conditions of bail to include extreme risk protection orders, no trespass orders and counseling.
Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeExpands criminalization of bomb threats/false reports, increasing penalties and reducing defendant rights through broader definitions and mandatory bail conditions.90% confidence
Terri Cortvriend (D) Tom Noret (D) Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (D) Lauren Carson (D) Megan Cotter (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate Mar 20, 2025

SR 841: SENATE RESOLUTION COMMEMORATING THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE STATE GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS COUNCIL

This Senate resolution commemorates the 50th anniversary of the State Government Affairs Council (SGAC), recognizing its decades of work fostering relationships between government, businesses, and communities. It highlights SGAC's role in promoting diversity, mentoring professionals, and supporting transparent, responsive state governance. The resolution formally honors SGAC's contributions and encourages continued support for its mission. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or affect policy.
Brian Thompson (D) Meghan Kallman (D) Matt LaMountain (D) David Tikoian (D) Hanna Gallo (D)
passed · Rhode Island · House Mar 20, 2025

HR 6114: HOUSE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING MARCH OF 2025, TO BE "BRAIN INJURY AWARENESS MONTH" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

This resolution declares March 2025 as "Brain Injury Awareness Month" in Rhode Island. It does not create new laws or funding but formally recognizes the impact of brain injuries on residents, citing statistics like over 12,000 expected traumatic brain injuries in the state this year. The resolution encourages public participation in awareness activities and directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to the Brain Injury Association of Rhode Island. It directly affects Rhode Islanders by highlighting brain injury issues, though it has no binding policy changes. The measure is purely symbolic, aiming to raise public attention on a public health concern.
Joe Shekarchi (D) Mike Chippendale (R) Deb Fellela (D) Pat Serpa (D) Brian Kennedy (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate Mar 20, 2025

SR 859: SENATE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING DEEPEST CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF ARMAND M. LAMONTAGNE

This Senate Resolution (SR 859) expresses the Rhode Island Senate's deepest condolences on the passing of Armand M. LaMontagne, a renowned artist known for creating sculptures of figures like Babe Ruth, Ted Williams, and General Patton. It formally honors his life and career, including his work displayed at institutions like the Baseball Hall of Fame and the New England Sports Museum. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to his wife, Lorraine A. LaMontagne, and her family. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy impact and serves solely to recognize his contributions.
Gordon Rogers (R)
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