Provides that when a registrant voluntarily cancels the registrant's motor vehicle registration, that person would receive a credit for the time remaining on the original registration to be applied to a future registration.
Maddy summaryThis resolution honors Representative Brian Rea for his dedicated service to the people of Rhode Island as he concludes his term in the House of Representatives. It recognizes his work on various committees and his efforts to introduce legislation aimed at affordable housing, tax relief for first-time homebuyers, and estate tax adjustments. The bill also acknowledges his community involvement, including his role as chair of the Smithfield Republican Town Committee and his local business ownership. Finally, it directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to Representative Rea as a formal expression of gratitude.
Prohibits any city, town, quasi-municipal corporation or public corporation from assessing any existing agricultural operation or agricultural land any water impact fee, excepting base useable charges.
Increases the penalty for violations of the care of dogs statute to a minimum fine of one hundred dollars ($100) and a maximum fine of one thousand dollars ($1,000) per violation.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a House resolution that extends condolences to the family of Elena Marie Ciccone following her passing. It directly affects the bereaved family of Senator Frank A. Ciccone, III, and authorizes the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to them. The text honors Ciccone's life by detailing her career as a hairdresser and parks department employee, her community involvement, and her personal interests. As a commemorative measure, it serves to publicly acknowledge her contributions and the loss felt by her community rather than enacting new policy.
Recognizes the Seaconke Wampanoag tribe as a Native American Indian tribe for the limited purpose of assisting this tribe in establishing eligibility for federal benefits and privileges.
Recognizes the Seaconke Wampanoag tribe as a Native American Indian tribe for the limited purpose of assisting this tribe in establishing eligibility for federal benefits and privileges.
Totally repeals the 1964 public law, which established the Johnston Municipal Court and which has never been amended and would enable the town of Johnston to establish a municipal court and housing court with expanded legal and equitable powers.
Creates a taskforce to provide recommendations, advice and guidance to help expedite and provide technical assistance with regard to the development of solar energy systems on property owned by the state.
Maddy summaryThis Rhode Island bill officially recognizes the Seaconke Wampanoag Tribe as a Native American group for specific, limited purposes. It allows the tribe and its members to access federal benefits related to education, job training, housing, and the sale of artwork, while also protecting their ability to practice traditional ceremonies and safeguard burial sites. The legislation explicitly states that this recognition does not grant the tribe the right to conduct gambling, sell motor fuels or tobacco, or claim ownership of any land. Additionally, the resolution clarifies that this state action does not serve as a substitute for federal recognition or imply approval for the tribe to operate under the federal Indian Gaming Regulatory Act.
