Requires anyone engaged in the sale of goods or services, and who offers a discount to its customers’ for utilizing automatic payment systems, via ACH or EFT or similar payment systems, provide the same discount to any person who is sixty-five (65).
Modifies the real estate sales disclosure form to include the disclosure of “blower door diagnostic air leakage testing” and advises that air leakage testing is recommended prior to purchasing a residential unit.
Amends the definition of farm and agricultural land to include land on which agricultural operations are being conducted or is suitable for agriculture operations, and further expand the definition of a farmer.
Maddy summaryHB 7023 would have restructured governance for Rhode Island's Urban Collaborative, requiring it to be led by a five-member board of trustees instead of its previous structure. The board would include the Providence superintendent (or designee), representatives from other participating districts, and members appointed by the education council. Key provisions would have transferred state education funding directly to the collaborative (rather than local districts) and allowed it to receive federal aid, grants, and Medicaid revenue as if it were a single school district. This would have affected Providence, Pawtucket, East Providence, Central Falls, and other participating urban school districts collaborating on alternative education programs. The bill was introduced in January 2026 but withdrawn the same month.
Authorizes the DEM, in conjunction with state and local law enforcement, to enforce the prohibition on the intentional simultaneous release of ten or more balloons.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial House resolution honoring Carrigan McCorrie-Raine Nelson following her passing. It expresses the Rhode Island House of Representatives' deepest condolences for her death, recognizing her seven-year battle with osteosarcoma, her achievements as a musician and Taekwondo champion, and her advocacy for childhood cancer awareness. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to her parents, Tammy and Paul Nelson. It has no policy impact or direct effect on any laws or constituents.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution designating September 21-27, 2025, as "National Surgical Technologists Week" in Rhode Island. It formally honors surgical technologists for their role in maintaining sterile operating rooms, preparing equipment, and supporting patient safety during surgeries. The resolution urges Rhode Island citizens to recognize these professionals and directs the Secretary of State to share the resolution with the Association of Surgical Technologists and Rhode Island’s Department of Health. It has no legal effect or policy changes - it is purely a symbolic acknowledgment.
Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution, not a substantive bill. HR 7106 formally expresses the Rhode Island House of Representatives' condolences to the family of Barbara Balch Colt following her passing. The resolution honors her legacy as a longtime community leader, advocate for women's rights and LGBTQ+ equality, and former Warwick City Council member. It directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to her husband and family. No policy changes or funding are involved.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 7108), not a substantive bill. It expresses the Rhode Island House of Representatives' condolences upon the passing of Ambassador J. William Middendorf II, honoring his service as a WWII Navy veteran, former Secretary of the Navy, U.S. Ambassador to the Netherlands and the European Community, and Republican political figure. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies to his surviving children and grandchildren. No new policies or funding are created or affected by this resolution.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution expressing condolences for the late David R. Carlin, Jr., a former Rhode Island State Senate Majority Leader and longtime public servant. It formally honors his life, career in education, and public service, including his roles in the Senate, Newport School Committee, and as a Democratic Party leader. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to his family. As a memorial resolution, it has no legislative effect or policy changes.
