Rep. Charlene Lima

Maddy summaryHB 5753 proposes a change to the state's business corporation tax laws. It directly affects small business corporations that have elected "subchapter S" status. The bill would exempt these subchapter S corporations from paying the minimum annual corporate tax during their first year of existence. Currently, the minimum tax for these corporations is $400. This measure aims to provide a tax exemption for newly formed subchapter S corporations in their initial year of operation.

Maddy summaryHR 6303 is a House Resolution that officially designates the second week of May 2025 as "Lung Cancer Action Week" in the State of Rhode Island. This resolution aims to increase public awareness regarding lung cancer education, research, screening, and treatment, with a focus on issues affecting minorities and individuals who have never smoked.

Dictates the length a search warrant involving a tracking device would be valid and provide a process to extend the time frame of the tracking device for good cause.

Extends the reporting and expiration dates of the commission to study a plan and the design of a Vietnam Memorial in Providence, from January 31, 2025, to January 31, 2028, and said commission would expire on April 30, 2028.

Effective 7/1/2026, the state lottery division of gaming stops renewing any existing sports wagering vendor contract. Prior to the expiration of any existing contracts the division shall issue an open invitation for applicants for sports wagering vendors.

Maddy summaryHouse Bill 6012, titled "The Education Equity and Property Tax Relief Act," proposes to establish a new categorical program for education funding. This program is specifically designed to provide financial support for students who reside in municipalities with an affordable housing plan. The bill amends an existing section of law that outlines various state-funded education expenses. While the bill intends to add this new funding category, the provided truncated text does not detail the specific mechanisms or provisions of this new affordable housing-related program.

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 6266 celebrates "Administrative Professionals' Day" on April 23, 2025. This resolution specifically thanks the dedicated administrative staff who work in support of the Rhode Island House of Representatives.

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 6262 proclaims May of 2025 as "Motorcycle Awareness Month" in the State of Rhode Island. This resolution urges all motorists to avoid distracted driving and aims to raise awareness about motorcycle safety for both riders and other drivers.

Increases minimum sentence for first degree sexual assault and provides first 10 years of a sentence for first degree sexual assault not be subject to a suspension or deferment of sentence.

Maddy summaryHouse Bill 5877 amends the state's "Access to Public Records" law. Its primary provision requires that public records maintained in a computer storage system be provided to any requester at no charge. This change directly impacts both individuals and entities seeking government information, as well as the public bodies responsible for maintaining and releasing these electronic records. The bill also reinforces existing requirements for public bodies regarding record inspection, copying, and establishing clear procedures for responding to requests.