Rep. Kathleen Fogarty

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.

Establishes "workplace readiness week". It requires all public high schools, including charter schools, to annually observe that week by providing information to students on their rights as workers and specifies the topics that must be covered.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates May 23, 2024, as "Lead Poisoning Prevention Day" in Rhode Island to raise awareness about the health risks of lead exposure. It highlights the dangers lead poses to children, particularly in the state's many pre-1978 homes where lead-based paint is common, noting that thousands of local children are at risk. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the proclamation to the Department of Environmental Management. This measure is a commemorative action intended to focus attention on lead safety rather than to change laws or regulations.

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 bill is a House resolution that congratulates Paul Rizzo on his induction into the Rhode Island Basketball Coaches Association Hall of Fame. It directly affects Coach Rizzo by formally recognizing his nineteen-year tenure as the head coach of the North Providence Boys Basketball Team, during which he led the team to multiple league titles and state championships. The resolution highlights his specific achievements, including three Division II state victories and numerous Coach of the Year awards, while also noting his past success coaching softball and baseball at the same school. The final provision directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of this resolution to Coach Rizzo.

Maddy summaryThis legislative resolution formally welcomes Boys Town New England to the Rhode Island State House on May 23, 2024, and thanks the organization for its work supporting children and families. The bill recognizes the nonprofit's history since 1917 and highlights its current impact, which includes serving over 20,000 individuals through residential care, foster programs, and community initiatives in Rhode Island. It also notes the organization's high financial rating from Charity Navigator and its use of a specific educational model focused on behavior and social skills. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send an official copy to the organization's leadership.

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.

Provides that a defendant's third and subsequent violation of domestic violence offenses, including both prior felony and misdemeanor convictions, be punishable as a felony.

Requires manufacturers of assisting technology devices to make available to independent repair providers/the owner of the device, any documentation/parts, software/other items intended for use with the equipment/parts, including updates to software.

Maddy summaryThis House resolution officially recognizes May 16, 2024, as "Zambarano Day" to honor the Eleanor Slater Hospital-Zambarano campus in Rhode Island. The bill acknowledges the facility's long history of providing critical care for patients with severe injuries, infectious diseases, and other acute conditions that require extended hospital stays. It also expresses appreciation for the hospital staff and their ongoing efforts to maintain high-quality care while planning a new state-of-the-art facility. Finally, the resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the document to the hospital staff.