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 summaryHB 7069 amends the laws governing the Rhode Island Commerce Corporation to change how one of its seven directors is selected. Specifically, the bill requires that the director representing the Rhode Island Airport Corporation be appointed by the mayor of Warwick instead of the current process. This change directly affects the governance structure of the airport corporation and the appointment authority of the Warwick mayor. The legislation is a procedural amendment focused on updating appointment procedures without altering the core functions of the corporation.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a celebratory resolution that formally recognizes the 250th anniversary of the Pawtuxet Rangers, a Rhode Island militia group established in 1774. It highlights the unit's historical role in defending the state during the Revolutionary War and other conflicts, as well as its modern revival in 1972. The resolution authorizes the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the document to the current commanding officer of the group.
Maddy summaryThis resolution officially designates June 2024 as Pride Month in Rhode Island to honor the LGBTQIA+ community. It recognizes the state's history of protecting against discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity while celebrating the culture and contributions of LGBTQIA+ residents. The document directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to Rhode Island Pride, acknowledging the organization's role in local events.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a House resolution that formally congratulates Milissa O'Neil on being selected as the 2024-2025 Rhode Island Teacher of the Year. It directly affects Ms. O'Neil, an elementary and special educator at Oakland Beach Elementary School, by officially recognizing her achievements and dedication to her students. The resolution highlights her extensive background in education, her advocacy for STEAM and social-emotional learning, and her various leadership roles within the school community. Finally, it directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of this resolution to Ms. O'Neil as a gesture of appreciation.
Amends certain election statutes to require ballot questions be written in plain language reasonably calculated to be understood by persons with an eighth-grade reading level.
Provides that gift certificates issued by state-chartered institutions of higher education would be exempt from the provisions of the gift certificate statute relating to expiration, escheatment, reissuance and refund.
Amends the definition of public record to exempt from public disclosure the city or town of residence of the justices, judges, and magistrates of the unified judicial system.
Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes the Rhode Island Division of Motor Vehicles to issue special license plates for vehicles supporting The Preservation Society of Rhode Island. Owners of these plates must pay a standard registration fee plus a $40 issuance surcharge and a $10 annual renewal fee, with the funds split between the state's general fund and the preservation society. The society is required to submit annual accounting reports and must use any state-sourced funds to benefit Rhode Island-based charitable organizations. The plates will be designed by the society in conjunction with the motor vehicle division and approved by the state police, and they will replace the vehicle's standard registration plates.
