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died · Rhode Island · Senate Mar 31, 2026

SB 2311: AN ACT RELATING TO COURTS AND CIVIL PROCEDURE -- PROCEDURE GENERALLY -- CAUSES OF ACTION

Strengthens consumer protections in insurance claims by expanding definitions of unfair claims settlement practices and clarifies an insured’s right to pursue bad-faith remedies.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareStrengthens consumer protections in health insurance claims, expanding unfair practices definitions and clarifying bad-faith remedies to protect patient rights and access to coverage.92% confidence
Bob Britto (D) Brian Thompson (D) Pete Appollonio (D) Lori Urso (D) Stefano Famiglietti (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Mar 31, 2026

HB 7445: AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- FAITH-BASED AFFORDABLE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT ACT

Allows faith-based organizations to develop affordable and mixed-use housing on land they own as a by-right use, set statewide development standards, limit local barriers, and streamline approvals to expand housing supply.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly enables faith-based organizations to develop affordable housing via streamlined approvals and reduced local barriers, directly expanding housing supply and advancing affordable housing goals.95% confidence
Karen Alzate (D) Kathleen Fogarty (D) Doc Corvese (D) Brandon Potter (D) David Morales (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate Mar 31, 2026

SB 2396: AN ACT RELATING TO COURTS AND CIVIL PROCEDURE -- PROCEDURE IN PARTICULAR ACTIONS -- ARBITRATION

Extends time for a party to apply for stay of arbitration to180 days; invalidates any provision that penalizes a party for seeking legal representation; requires arbitrator to provide notice of default to a party for failure to pay fees.
Matt LaMountain (D) Mark McKenney (D) Pete Appollonio (D) John Burke (D) Jake Bissaillon (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Mar 31, 2026

HB 7219: AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- ZONING ORDINANCES

HB 7219 establishes statewide standards for accessory dwelling units (ADUs), small secondary homes on residential properties, while giving municipalities the option to adopt these rules. It requires towns to allow one ADU per lot under specific conditions (e.g., owner-occupied for disability accommodations, large lots, or within existing structures) and sets clear limits on ADU size (minimum 900 sq. ft. studio or 1,200 sq. ft. two-bedroom), prohibits excessive fees or discriminatory restrictions, and bans bans on ADUs in new developments. The bill also prevents municipalities from requiring extra lot size or parking for ADUs, voids conflicting private property restrictions, and bans ADUs for short-term rentals. These rules take effect July 1, 2026, and apply to homeowners, renters, and local governments that choose to implement the standards.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingEnables ADUs with size limits and anti-discrimination rules, increasing housing options and accessibility for disabled owners.92% confidence
Alex Marszalkowski (D) Mia Ackerman (D) Brandon Voas (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Mar 30, 2026

HB 8245: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE POLICIES

Requires the state, and private insurers that cover prescription hormone therapy, to dispense twelve (12) months’ worth of the prescription as a single prescription.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates insurers to provide 12 months of hormone therapy prescriptions, improving patient access and reducing administrative burdens for healthcare providers.90% confidence
Karen Alzate (D) Susan Donovan (D) Tina Spears (D) Lauren Carson (D) Jennifer Boylan (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Mar 30, 2026

HB 8311: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- DIVISION OF OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH

Requires employers to protect employees from extreme temperatures through rest breaks, PPE, training, and equipment, and mandates quarterly supervisor training, to recognize and mitigate heat- and cold-related risks.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates employer protections for workers against extreme temperatures, including rest breaks, PPE, training, and equipment, directly strengthening workplace safety standards.95% confidence
Matthew Dawson (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Mar 30, 2026

HB 8330: AN ACT RELATING TO LABOR AND LABOR RELATIONS -- HEALTHY AND SAFE FAMILIES AND WORKPLACES ACT

Requires employers to provide full-time employees four (4) hours of paid leave once a year to donate blood through and any approved blood donation program.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill expands worker benefits by mandating paid blood donation leave, strengthening employee rights and workplace support.90% confidence
Karen Alzate (D) Julie Casimiro (D) Katie Kazarian (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Mar 30, 2026

HB 8318: AN ACT RELATING TO FOOD AND DRUGS -- UNIFORM CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES ACT

Prescriptions for testosterone not allowed to be transmitted or reported within the prescription drug monitoring database and removes from the records all existing information concerning prior testosterone prescriptions.
Topics ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareBill restricts access to prescription drug monitoring for testosterone prescriptions, limiting transparency and oversight in healthcare management.75% confidence
Karen Alzate (D) Terri Cortvriend (D) Justine Caldwell (D) Kathleen Fogarty (D) Julie Casimiro (D)
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