Allows municipalities to enact ordinances that would permit municipalities and water suppliers to enter properties to perform lead service line replacements and permit tenants to request and schedule private side lead service line replacements.
Maddy summaryRhode Island's House Resolution HR 5226 condemns President Trump's January 2025 executive order aiming to end birthright citizenship for children born in the U.S. to undocumented parents. The resolution, introduced by the Rhode Island House, formally opposes this policy change, which would affect children of undocumented immigrants by denying them automatic U.S. citizenship. It does not create new law but expresses legislative disapproval, citing the 14th Amendment's long-standing protection of birthright citizenship and noting the policy's potential impact on over 1.3 million U.S.-born adults living with undocumented parents. The resolution directs the state secretary to send a certified copy to President Trump and Rhode Island's congressional representatives.
Maddy summaryHB 5887 would rename the second Monday in August from "Victory Day" to "Peace and Remembrance Day" in Rhode Island. This change directly affects state holidays observed by government employees and public institutions. The bill repeals a provision prohibiting the use of any name other than "Victory Day" for this holiday. It takes effect upon passage, reflecting a shift from commemorating military victory to emphasizing peace and the civilian impacts of war.
Allows the division of motor vehicles to make special motor vehicle registration plates for the not-for-profit entity Cranston Cares provided they meet the minimum order requirements.
Maddy summaryThis bill designates April 2025 as "Community Development Month" in Rhode Island through a ceremonial resolution. It recognizes Community Development Corporations and nonprofit housing developers (specifically acknowledging The Housing Network of Rhode Island and its members) for their work in creating affordable housing, supporting community services like childcare and job training, and improving economic opportunities for low- and moderate-income residents. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to HNRI's Executive Director, Melina Lodge, as formal acknowledgment of these organizations' contributions. As a symbolic gesture with no new policy requirements or funding, it does not alter laws or directly affect residents' daily lives.
Maddy summaryThis resolution designates April 2025 as "Bilingual and Multilingual Learner Month" in Rhode Island. It recognizes the state's history of linguistic diversity and aims to highlight the educational needs of students learning multiple languages, while encouraging schools to adopt inclusive practices like dual-language programs. The resolution has no binding requirements but formally calls for community recognition and advocacy to support these learners' academic success.
Maddy summaryThis resolution designates April 2025 as "Crime Victims Awareness Month" in Rhode Island. It symbolically reaffirms the state's commitment to crime victims and survivors, honoring efforts to improve services and support within the justice system. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but serves as a formal recognition of ongoing work to ensure victims receive trauma-informed care and justice. It directly affects all crime victims and survivors in Rhode Island by promoting awareness of available resources.
Replaces the coastal resources management council with a state department of coastal resources and transfer all of the powers and duties between the two (2) authorities.
Creates the Rhode Island Student Loan repayment program which would allow eligible individuals who have unpaid student loans, provided said individuals meet specified criteria.
Establishes the restrictive housing oversight committee ("committee") for the purpose of monitoring the use of restrictive housing ("solitary confinement"), as well as disciplinary and administrative confinement at the department of corrections.
