Rep. Sam Azzinaro

Maddy summaryThis House resolution commemorates the 250th anniversary of Irish American contributions to the American Revolutionary War and the founding of the United States. It specifically honors General John Sullivan, eight Irish American signatories of the Declaration of Independence, and other Irish Americans who played significant roles in the conflict. The resolution authorizes the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to the Chair of the Senate of Ireland, fostering diplomatic recognition of this shared historical heritage.

Creates the home-fit dwelling units act to apply to all new construction of covered dwelling units to incorporate design features that provide safe and convenient use of to the greatest extent feasible, regardless of age or physical ability.

Maddy summaryHB 7728 allows Rhode Island to issue emergency teaching certificates without requiring an exam for up to five total school years. It permits an initial one-year certificate, renewable annually up to four more years (for a total of five), for individuals needing to teach while completing certification requirements. This change modifies existing rules by extending the maximum duration for emergency certification under the state's teacher certification framework. The bill would apply directly to educators seeking temporary teaching authorization in urgent staffing situations. The bill was introduced to the House Education Committee on February 12, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates March 2026 as National Social Work Month in Rhode Island to recognize and celebrate the contributions of social workers in the state. It directly affects the National Association of Social Workers Rhode Island Chapter by directing the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to their executive director. The resolution highlights the profession's role in addressing mental health, addiction, housing crises, and social justice issues across schools, hospitals, and government agencies. It calls on citizens to join in celebrating the social work profession but does not create new laws or funding. The measure is a commemorative resolution rather than a policy change that alters existing regulations or programs.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House resolution that formally celebrates the 107th anniversary of the American Legion on March 15, 2026. It recognizes the organization's history and contributions to veterans' rights, including its role in establishing the Veterans Administration and drafting the GI Bill. The resolution thanks the American Legion for its ongoing work supporting veterans and maintaining national security. It directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to the American Legion's National Commander.

Provides that original equipment manufacturers, implemented by/with surrogate distributors, of agricultural equipment, provide to independent service providers repair information and tools to maintain and repair electronics-enabled agricultural equipment.

Maddy summaryHB 7485 increases reimbursement rates for ambulance services under both individual and group health insurance plans. It creates a Mobile Integrated Healthcare Community Paramedicine Program administered by the Department of Health, allowing approved ambulance services to provide community-based healthcare. The bill requires all out-of-network ambulance services participating in the program to follow state and federal rules prohibiting surprise medical billing. This directly affects ambulance service agencies, health insurers, and patients receiving emergency transportation services in Rhode Island.

Requires that court sentencing a person for first degree sexual assault of first degree child molestation, have the approval of the victim before imposing any negotiated sentence upon the offender.

Maddy summaryHB 7903 requires schools to create individualized academic plans for students diagnosed with a concussion or other brain injury. This directly affects students recovering from such injuries and their school staff. The key provision mandates that schools develop and implement specific accommodations to support these students' academic needs during recovery. The bill focuses on ensuring students receive necessary educational support following a brain injury diagnosis.

Requires all certified independent or district charter schools upon application for a renewal of said charter or an application for a new charter school to provide a union neutrality clause in the charter.