Maddy summaryThis is a non-binding House resolution (not a bill) introduced by the Rhode Island House of Representatives. It expresses concerns about Medicare Advantage (MA) plans, which are private insurance options replacing traditional Medicare, noting issues like higher costs for patients during serious illness, narrower provider networks, and practices that allegedly prioritize insurer profits over patient care. The resolution urges federal lawmakers and agencies to take specific actions, including increasing transparency, auditing MA plans, regulating marketing, and prohibiting profit-driven practices like "cherry-picking" healthy enrollees. It does not create new laws but calls for administrative changes to protect Medicare beneficiaries.
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Amends current law on controlled substances to permit psilocybin to be cultivated within a person's residence for personal use and contingent on the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) program, mandates that RI DOH establishes rules regulations.
Imposes a tax equal to four percent (4%) on net investment income, such as interest, dividends, annuities, royalties, capital gains and rental income, of high-income households, estates and trusts, based upon federal guidelines.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a symbolic resolution designating February 23-27, 2026, as "Public Schools Week" in Rhode Island. It does not create new laws or allocate funding; instead, it formally recognizes the importance of public education through a ceremonial proclamation. The resolution expresses support for public schools, educators, and student needs through non-binding statements (e.g., advocating for equitable funding and mental health resources). It affects the entire state by directing the Secretary of State to notify the state education commissioner, but has no legal or financial impact on schools or students.
Maddy summaryThis House Resolution (HR 7827) commemorates the 182nd anniversary of Dominican Republic Independence on February 27, 2026, recognizing the contributions of Rhode Island's Dominican community (approximately 54,000 residents) and Dominican-Americans to the state's economy, civic life, and military service. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies to the President of the Dominican Republic and the Dominican-American Association. It does not create new laws or alter policies but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of historical ties and community impact.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution, not a policy bill. HR 7829 expresses the Rhode Island House of Representatives' condolences to the family of Carlo Spirito, Jr., a former Cranston City Council member and math teacher, following his passing. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to his wife, Florence Spirito, and family. It has no policy impact or direct effect on any laws, programs, or specific groups beyond this formal expression of sympathy.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial House resolution expressing condolences for Carol Lee Connell, a longtime Riverside resident and mother of Representative William Connell. The resolution formally extends the House's deepest sympathy to her family members (including her children William Connell, Nancy Rippel, and Michael Connell) and directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies of the resolution to them. It does not create any new laws, policies, or financial obligations. The resolution serves as a symbolic tribute to her life and legacy.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution honoring former Warwick City Councilwoman Helen Stasia Taylor, who passed away. The resolution expresses the House's condolences to her family and recognizes her legacy as a public servant, entrepreneur (owner of businesses like Pizza Villa and Lily’s + Lace), and community advocate. It directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies of the resolution to her children, Sheri Conley and Kelly Taylor. As a commemorative measure with no policy changes, it does not affect legislation or create new obligations.
Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits Rhode Island landfills from using artificial turf to cover compacted solid waste after July 1, 2026, except for existing installations installed before that date. It requires the Rhode Island Resource Recovery Corporation (RIRC) to track artificial turf disposal volumes and include annual reports on this data. The bill also establishes a pilot program testing native plants and pollinator-friendly grass mixes as landfill cover, with results due by January 1, 2028. These changes apply to all sanitary landfills operated under RIRC's oversight.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution recognizing February 17, 2026, as "The Year of the Horse" Lunar New Year celebration. It directly acknowledges the significance of this cultural event for Rhode Island's Asian community and expresses appreciation for their contributions to the state's cultural diversity. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply formally recognizes the occasion and directs the Secretary of State to share a certified copy with the Rhode Island Association of Chinese Americans. It does not create new laws or affect any legal rights or obligations.