Rep. Pat Serpa

Primary HB 7395

died · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES -- RETIREMENT SYSTEM -- CONTRIBUTION AND BENEFITS

Maddy summaryHB 7395 allows retired members of the Rhode Island state labor relations board to continue receiving their retirement pension while working paid positions with the state. This amendment specifically permits them to maintain full pension benefits during such employment without suspension, though no additional retirement credits or contributions are granted. Monthly reporting to the retirement board is required for these positions. The bill targets a gap in existing rules, ensuring labor relations board members can serve in paid roles without losing pension eligibility.

died Apr 16, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 7390

died · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- TEACHERS' RETIREMENT

Allows teachers, state and municipal employees to retire upon the earlier of reaching age sixty (60) with thirty (30) years of service or the employee's retirement eligibility date under present state statutes.

died Apr 16, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 8416

died · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- SUBDIVISION OF LAND

Requires that in the town of Coventry, local regulations shall require approval of the permitting authority for both private and public improvements prior to final plan approval.

died Apr 15, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 8034

died · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- LOW AND MODERATE INCOME HOUSING

Authorizes the town of Johnston, if an aggregate of two hundred fifty (250) or more units should be proposed in comprehensive permit project(s), to enact an emergency moratorium until the permit requirement of § 45-53-4 are amended.

HousingOpposes HousingAuthorizes moratorium on housing permits for large projects, restricting development of low/moderate income housing units until permit rules change.85% confidence

died Apr 15, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 7042

died · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO LABOR AND LABOR RELATIONS -- LABOR RELATIONS ACT

Provides for the right to strike for public sector workers in Rhode Island, including teachers, with exceptions for police officers, firefighters, 911 employees, and correctional officers.

Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentGrants public sector workers including teachers the right to strike, strengthening collective bargaining rights under Labor Relations Act.95% confidence

died Apr 15, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HR 8442

Passed · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

HOUSE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF BERNARD W. GEORGE

Maddy summaryThis legislative bill is a House Resolution that expresses condolences for the passing of Bernard W. George, a respected citizen of Coventry. The resolution honors his life achievements, including his long service with the Boy Scouts, his career in the U.S. Navy, and his work as a microbiologist for the State of Rhode Island. It directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to his widow, Dawn George, and her family.

VeteransSupports VeteransBill honors a veteran's service, recognizing his U.S. Navy career, which aligns with supporting veteran recognition.75% confidence

Passed Apr 14, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HR 8447

Passed · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

HOUSE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING APRIL OF 2026, TO BE "PARKINSON'S AWARENESS MONTH" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

Maddy summaryThis bill designates April 2026 as Parkinson's Awareness Month in Rhode Island to highlight the disease and support those affected. It does not change laws or allocate funding but serves as a symbolic gesture to raise public understanding of Parkinson's symptoms and the need for research. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the proclamation to the American Parkinson Disease Association's Rhode Island chapter.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill raises public awareness of Parkinson's disease, supporting patient understanding and research needs.75% confidence

Passed Apr 14, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 7909

Passed · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- RHODE ISLAND LITERACY AND DROPOUT PREVENTION ACT

Redefines dyslexia to mean a specific learning disability characterized by difficulties in word reading and/or spelling that involve accuracy, speed, or both and vary depending on the orthography.

EducationSupports EducationRedefines dyslexia to improve student identification and support, advancing literacy and dropout prevention in education policy.90% confidence

Passed Apr 14, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 8064

Passed · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- SEXUAL OFFENDER REGISTRATION AND COMMUNITY NOTIFICATION

Provides that violations of § 11-37.1-10 relating to failing to register as a sex offender are subject to the duration and frequency of registrations pursuant to § 11-37.1-4.

Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeEnforces sex offender registration compliance under existing rules, strengthening community notification protocols within criminal justice framework.90% confidence

Passed Apr 14, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 8178

died · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC UTILITIES AND CARRIERS -- TRANSPORTATION INVESTMENT AND DEBT REDUCTION ACT OF 2011

Effective July 1, 2026, annually allocates twenty percent (20%) of available proceeds in the Rhode Island highway maintenance account to RIPTA for operating expenses.

TransportationSupports TransportationBill allocates 20% of highway maintenance funds to RIPTA for operating expenses, directly funding public transportation services per its title and summary.95% confidence

died Apr 14, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track