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passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 8, 2026

SB 2318: AN ACT RELATING TO CORPORATIONS, ASSOCIATIONS, AND PARTNERSHIPS -- WORKERS' COOPERATIVES

Clarifies the role of a corporation electing to be governed as a workers' cooperative to allow it to operate as a hiring hall under certain circumstances.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentClarifies workers' cooperative operation as hiring halls, enabling worker-controlled employment models that protect rights and strengthen cooperative employment standards.90% confidence
Ryan Pearson (D) Brian Thompson (D) Jonathon Acosta (D) Meghan Kallman (D) Lammis Vargas (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 8, 2026

SB 2212: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- CERTIFICATION OF TEACHERS

SB 2212 automatically extends teaching licenses for 3 or 5 years without fees or penalties for all teachers certified as of July 1, 2026. It also waives all application and Praxis exam fees for new teacher certifications through June 30, 2029, to support recruitment. The bill requires the Rhode Island Department of Education to revise certification rules to create flexible pathways, including credit for work experience or competency demonstrations, for both initial and additional teaching credentials.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationAutomatically extends licenses, waives certification fees, and creates flexible pathways to support teacher recruitment and retention in education.95% confidence
Jonathon Acosta (D) Sam Zurier (D) Mark McKenney (D) Lou DiPalma (D) Hanna Gallo (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 8, 2026

SB 2208: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- COOPERATIVE SERVICE AMONG SCHOOL DISTRICTS

SB 2208 establishes a board of trustees to govern the urban collaborative, which includes Providence and other participating Rhode Island school districts. The board will be appointed by member districts (one member plus one additional for every 30 students attending the collaborative), and it will manage collaborative programs for students needing alternative education services. The bill ensures the collaborative receives state education funding directly and prevents Providence from being removed from the collaborative without its school board's approval during state oversight of Providence schools. It also clarifies that the collaborative qualifies for all state and federal education funding as a school district.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill creates governance for alternative education services and ensures direct state funding, advancing educational access and program management for students.95% confidence
Meghan Kallman (D) Sam Zurier (D) Sam Bell (D) Ana Quezada (D) Tiara Mack (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 7, 2026

SR 3267: SENATE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING MAY 19TH OF 2026 AS "GREEK AND PONTIC GENOCIDE REMEMBRANCE DAY" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

This Senate resolution designates May 19, 2026, as Greek and Pontic Genocide Remembrance Day in Rhode Island to honor the victims of the 1913-1923 atrocities committed against Greek populations in the Ottoman Empire. The measure directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to the President of the Pan-Pontian Federation of the USA and Canada, formally acknowledging the historical event and its survivors. By establishing this specific date for commemoration, the bill aims to ensure the state recognizes the significance of this period in history and pays tribute to the contributions of Greek and Pontic descendants to the community.
Jessica de la Cruz (R) Meghan Kallman (D) David Tikoian (D) Hanna Gallo (D) Bridget Valverde (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 7, 2026

SR 3268: SENATE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF PAMELA F. KELLEY

This Senate resolution expresses the Rhode Island Senate's condolences for the death of Pamela F. Kelley, a respected resident of Newport. The document highlights her significant contributions to the community, including her leadership roles at the Newport Historical Society, the Newport Public Library, and as president of The Island Cemetery. It also authorizes the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to Kelley's family.
Dawn Euer (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate May 7, 2026

SB 3244: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- THE HOSPITAL CONVERSIONS ACT

Authorizes the Superior Court to place a hospital into receivership upon action by the attorney general or department of health when a hospital is mismanaged, financially distressed, acting illegally, or endangering patient health and safety.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill protects patient health and safety by allowing court intervention for mismanaged hospitals, ensuring continued access to care.90% confidence
Melissa Murray (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate May 7, 2026

SR 3255: JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $991,000 FOR THE TOWN OF MIDDLETOWN

Authorizes the appropriation of the sum of $991,000 for the town of Middletown to upgrade the gymnasium at the new Middletown middle high school to serve a regional emergency shelter.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly authorizes an appropriation of $991,000 to fund a public service upgrade, directly advancing the budget and appropriations topic.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill funds a regional emergency shelter, directly addressing homelessness and housing needs.85% confidence
Lou DiPalma (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate May 7, 2026

SB 3254: AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- STATE AID

This bill amends Rhode Island state law to allow federal Department of Defense facilities, such as Naval Station Newport, to receive state payments in lieu of property taxes. It recognizes that these large military installations impose significant costs on local municipalities for services like police, fire protection, and infrastructure maintenance. The state would provide a payment equal to 27% of the property taxes that would have been collected if the land were taxable, matching the existing support given to certain nonprofit hospitals and universities. This change aims to ensure that towns hosting federal military bases receive financial compensation for the public services required to support them.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes state aid to municipalities for military base costs, funding essential public services like police and fire protection.90% confidence
Lou DiPalma (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 7, 2026

SR 3270: SENATE RESOLUTION COMMEMORATING AND RECOGNIZING MAY 7, 2026, AS "NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

This Senate resolution designates May 7, 2026, as the "National Day of Prayer" within the State of Rhode Island. It encourages all residents to observe this day by setting aside time for personal prayer according to their own faith traditions. The bill directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies of the resolution to state coordinators of the National Day of Prayer.
Walter Felag (D) Jessica de la Cruz (R) Thomas Paolino (R) Sam Zurier (D) Lammis Vargas (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 7, 2026

SR 3269: SENATE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF ARTHUR PAIVA

This Senate resolution expresses the Rhode Island State Senate's condolences for the passing of Arthur Paiva, a veteran and community leader. The document honors his life by detailing his service in the Korean War and Air Force, his long career as a mail carrier, and his extensive volunteer work in organizations like the Knights of Columbus. It also recognizes his significant contributions to healthcare, including bringing dialysis machines to the region and donating bone marrow to save his brother's life. Finally, the resolution directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies to Paiva's children, including former State Senate President M. Teresa Paiva Weed.
Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill honors a veteran's service and contributions, expressing condolences and recognition, which aligns with supporting veteran recognition.95% confidence
Walter Felag (D) Jessica de la Cruz (R) Thomas Paolino (R) Sam Zurier (D) Lammis Vargas (D)
died · Rhode Island · House May 7, 2026

HB 8390: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- SALES AND USE TAXES--LIABILITY AND COMPUTATION

HB 8390 amends Rhode Island's sales and use tax laws to exempt parking fees for municipally operated beach parking in the town of Middletown from taxation. The bill also updates the definition of taxable services to include various transportation options, pet care, and security services while clarifying tax responsibilities for hotel room resellers and bundled travel packages. By explicitly excluding Middletown's beach parking from the general definition of taxable parking services, the legislation directly affects local businesses and residents in that specific area. This change ensures that only privately operated or non-municipal parking facilities remain subject to the standard sales tax on parking fees.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExempts parking fees for beachgoers, providing tax relief to local residents and visitors, which aligns with supporting budget/taxes by reducing tax burdens.75% confidence
Terri Cortvriend (D) Alex Finkelman (D)
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