Defines "crime gun" and requires law enforcement to submit crime gun or 2 fired cartridge cases seized to state crime laboratory or the BATF for testing and tracing and also requires 2 test-fired cartridge cases to be entered into NIBIN.
Maddy summaryThis bill codifies the Katie Beckett program into state law to ensure children under 19 with significant medical needs can receive Medicaid coverage at home rather than in an institution. It establishes that these children must be reassessed for clinical eligibility annually unless a doctor confirms their condition is unlikely to change, while also allowing their service hours to increase by up to 10% per week if needed to match institutional care costs. Additionally, the legislation authorizes state health officials to seek necessary federal waivers to maintain the program's compliance with federal guidelines.
Maddy summaryThis bill designates May 28, 2024, as "Arts Advocacy Day" throughout Rhode Island to highlight the importance of the arts sector. It acknowledges that the arts contribute significantly to the state's economy, education, and community life, noting that the industry has faced challenges following the pandemic. The resolution urges residents to support local arts programs and directs the Secretary of State to send copies of the proclamation to relevant arts organizations.
Maddy summaryThis resolution commemorates the 59th annual Gaspee Days celebration and marks the 252nd anniversary of the burning of the British ship HMS Gaspee in 1772. The bill formally recognizes the historical significance of this event as a pivotal moment in the American Revolution and acknowledges the ongoing annual festivities held in Pawtuxet Village, Rhode Island. It directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to the Gaspee Days Committee chairman and encourages citizens to participate in the upcoming events.
Maddy summaryThis Rhode Island House resolution officially designates May 2024 as "Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month" to highlight the needs of individuals living with limb loss or difference. The measure encourages residents to celebrate these individuals, learn about related health issues, support caregivers, and honor veterans who have lost limbs. Additionally, it directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies of the resolution to the National Limb Loss Resource Center and The Amputee Coalition for their awareness efforts.
Establishes the office of inspector general as an independent administrative agency charged with the responsibility to investigate, detect, and prevent fraud, waste, abuse, and mismanagement in the expenditure of public funds.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a House resolution that congratulates the North Smithfield High School team and their coach, Natalie O'Brien, for winning the 2024 "We the People" State Competition in Rhode Island. The resolution recognizes the students for their performance in a civic education contest where they demonstrated knowledge of constitutional topics through prepared speeches and unscripted answers to judge questions. It directs the Secretary of State to send an official copy of the resolution to the school's coach. The measure serves as a formal acknowledgment of the team's achievement rather than establishing new laws or policies.
Establishes a universal, comprehensive, affordable single-payer health care insurance program and helps control health care costs, which would be referred to as, "the Rhode Island Comprehensive Health Insurance Program" (RICHIP).
Maddy summaryThis bill is a House resolution that formally congratulates the North Kingstown High School team and their coach, Susan Erikson, for winning first place at the 41st Rhode Island Academic Decathlon in March 2024. The resolution recognizes the team's achievement in a statewide competition that tests high school students on subjects ranging from science and math to art and speech, noting that North Kingstown also earned the right to represent Rhode Island in the national contest. By passing this measure, the House of Representatives expresses official praise for the student athletes and their coach, and directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to the coach.
Maddy summaryThis resolution expresses the Rhode Island House of Representatives' condolences for the death of former Representative Mary Louise Walter. It honors her life by noting her long service as a public official, her dedication to her family and community, and her personal interests. The text directs the Secretary of State to send copies of the resolution to her daughters, Susan Tronti and Raeann Smoot.
