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signed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 26, 2024

SB 3044: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- CONFIDENTIALITY OF HEALTH CARE COMMUNICATIONS AND INFORMATION ACT

Amends definition of "authorized representative" in the confidentiality of health-care communications/information act provides that an authorized representative may include any heir-at-law when the patient is deceased/the personal representative is absent
Matt LaMountain (D) Mark McKenney (D) David Tikoian (D) John Burke (D) Ana Quezada (D)
signed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 26, 2024

SB 2863: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- REGISTRATION FEES

SB 2863 amends Rhode Island vehicle registration laws to exempt the Rhode Island Disaster Medical Assistance Team, Inc. from paying registration fees for its motor vehicles and trailers. This change adds the organization to a long list of existing groups, such as ambulances, fire departments, and bloodmobiles, that are already relieved of these costs. The bill does not alter the requirement for these vehicles to display specific identification plates or markers. It became effective one year after being signed into law by the Governor.
Melissa Murray (D)
signed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 26, 2024

SB 3092: AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF NEWPORT TO ISSUE NOT TO EXCEED $98,500,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS AND NOTES TO FINANCE THE DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION, REPAIR, REHABILITATION, REPLACEMENT AND IMPROVEMENT OF INFRASTRUCTURE AND MUNICIPAL FACILITIES IN THE CITY'S NEIGHBORHOODS, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LAND ACQUISITION, DEMOLITION, LANDFILL REMEDIATION, STREETS, SIDEWALKS, PUBLIC PARKS, BRIDGES, SEWERS, DRAINAGE, CITY BUILDINGS, AND RECREATION, BEACH AND HARBOR FACILITIES

Authorizes Newport to issue not more than $98,500,000 general obligation bonds and notes to finance all costs relating to the design, construction, repair, rehabilitation, replacement and improvement of infrastructure and municipal facilities
Lou DiPalma (D) Dawn Euer (D)
signed · Rhode Island · House Jun 26, 2024

HB 7154: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- LICENSING OF YOUTH CAMPS

This bill establishes a formal licensing system for youth camps in Rhode Island that serve ten or more campers and accept state child care assistance payments. To obtain a license, camps must meet specific requirements, including maintaining safe facilities with adequate water, employing a competent staff with background checks, and ensuring all staff are trained in safety and child abuse prevention. The legislation also mandates that camps undergo initial and annual inspections by the Department of Human Services and prohibits them from advertising services they are not licensed to provide. These rules are designed to standardize safety and operational standards across eligible youth camps, with the new requirements taking effect on January 1, 2025.
Justine Caldwell (D) Bill O'Brien (D) Robert Craven (D) Evan Shanley (D)
signed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 26, 2024

SB 2499: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC UTILITIES AND CARRIERS -- ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEMS ACT

This bill establishes a new framework in Rhode Island to promote the adoption and integration of energy storage systems into the electric grid. It requires the Public Utilities Commission to create specific tariffs and interconnection rules by May 2025 that recognize the unique value of storing energy for later use. Additionally, the legislation mandates periodic assessments every three years to determine if storage projects can provide net benefits to ratepayers, with larger utility companies required to conduct competitive procurements if such needs are identified. By defining energy storage technologies and setting clear timelines for regulatory action, the bill aims to lower costs and improve grid reliability without replacing existing infrastructure.
Sam Zurier (D) Alana DiMario (D) Dawn Euer (D) Sue Sosnowski (D)
signed · Rhode Island · House Jun 26, 2024

HB 7020: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- TRANSPARENCY IN ARTS EDUCATION ACCESS AND PROFICIENCY ACT

HB 7020 establishes the Transparency in Arts Education Access and Proficiency Act to increase reporting on arts education at Rhode Island's public middle and high schools. Beginning in the 2025-26 school year, schools must include data on student enrollment percentages and the number of available courses in dance, music, theater, and visual arts on their annual report cards. The bill also allows the state education department to hire arts curriculum coordinators to assist schools with these requirements and mandates that high schools start submitting student portfolios demonstrating arts proficiency by the 2026-27 school year.
Tom Noret (D) Alex Finkelman (D) Brian Newberry (R) Doc Corvese (D) Julie Casimiro (D)
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