Removes the requirement that the public utilities commission allocate five million dollars ($5,000,000) annually to the Rhode Island infrastructure bank for use with energy efficient programs.
Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 6330 commemorates May 11 through May 17, 2025, as "National Police Week" in the State of Rhode Island. This resolution honors all police and law enforcement officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty.
Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 6314 designates May 4th through May 10th, 2025, as "National Correctional Officers and Employees Week" in the State of Rhode Island. This resolution acknowledges the work and service of correctional officers and employees, particularly those in the Rhode Island Department of Corrections.
Requires 10% of all rental fees collected by the water resources board pursuant to a lease with the Coventry Pines Golf Club be paid to the town of Coventry and 10% to the Central Coventry Fire District.
Distinguishes, in two separate subsections, a first offense for reckless driving, which is a misdemeanor, and a second or subsequent offense for reckless driving, which is a felony.
Amends the general law relative to right-of-way of pedestrians to reference the schedule of violations for the adjudication of traffic offenses contained in § 31-41.1-4.
Maddy summaryHB 5899 amends the existing state law that defines "aggressive driving." The bill adds five new driving violations to the list of actions that, when combined with another traffic offense, can be classified as aggressive driving. These additions include violations related to obeying police officers, specific overtaking rules, and proper use of laned roadways. This expands the scope of behaviors that motorists could be cited for under aggressive driving statutes.
Maddy summaryHR 6295 designates May of 2025 as "Rhode Island Native Plant Month." The resolution requests the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) to encourage citizens to educate themselves about the importance of native plants for the state's environment, economy, and pollinators.
Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 6296 commemorates May of 2025 as "National Military Appreciation Month" in the State of Rhode Island. This resolution acknowledges the sacrifices of past and present U.S. Armed Forces members and their families, encouraging citizens to show support and observe various military-related holidays throughout the month.
Maddy summaryThis House Resolution recognizes the 77th Anniversary of Israel's Day of Independence, observed from April 30th to May 1st, 2025. It also reaffirms the bonds of friendship and cooperation between Rhode Island, the United States, and the State of Israel.
