Rep. Rebecca Kislak

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial House Resolution extending condolences on the passing of Martin E. Cooper, a Rhode Island community leader and advocate for justice, bias prevention, and Holocaust education. The resolution formally expresses the House's deepest sympathy to his family - his wife Betsy, children, granddaughter, and siblings - and directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies to them. It does not create any new laws, policies, or funding. The resolution serves solely as a formal tribute to Mr. Cooper's life and community contributions.

Maddy summaryThis ceremonial resolution (HR 5096) designates January 19-25, 2025, as "Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists Week" in Rhode Island. It formally recognizes CRNAs' contributions to healthcare, including their 150+ years of service, role in rural and military care, pandemic response, and provision of cost-effective anesthesia across diverse settings. The resolution directs Rhode Island's Secretary of State to send a certified copy to the Rhode Island Association of Nurse Anesthetists (RIANA). As a symbolic gesture, it does not create new laws or alter policies.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution, not a policy bill. It expresses the Rhode Island House of Representatives' condolences upon the passing of Raymond H. Beretta, a former Pawtucket City Council member, teacher, principal, and community leader. The resolution formally extends "deepest sympathy and condolences" to his widow, Joan Beretta, and their family. It has no legislative effect beyond this expression of respect.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial House resolution (HR 5091) expressing condolences for Hilding T. Munson, a Rhode Island State Sheriff, firefighter, and community volunteer who died. The resolution formally recognizes his 48-year marriage, military service, 35-year career as a State Sheriff, 63-year service with the Snug Harbor Volunteer Fire Department, and decades of work with the Special Olympics. It directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to his widow, Judith A. Munson, and family. As a procedural resolution, it has no policy impact or effect on laws.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial House resolution (HR 5065) expressing condolences for Sister Joan Rokicki, RSM, a long-time social justice advocate and Sister of Mercy. It honors her 40-year ministry at McAuley House in Providence, where she supported vulnerable communities through food, counseling, and enrichment programs. The resolution formally conveys the House's deepest condolences to her family and directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to them. As a non-binding memorial resolution, it does not create new laws or affect any policies.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution (HR 5061) honors Ruth Ann "Diamond" Madsen, a Rhode Island advocate for unhoused residents who passed away on December 18, 2024. It recognizes her volunteer work with organizations like the George Wiley Center, the Rhode Island Poor People's Campaign, and Mathewson Street United Methodist Church, where she provided shelter, supplies, and meals to those in need. The resolution, passed by the Rhode Island House on January 15, 2025, formally acknowledges her contributions and directs the Secretary of State to share a certified copy with her community partners. It has no policy or funding provisions, serving solely as a commemorative gesture.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends House rules to prohibit specific single-use plastics on the House floor and in official House proceedings spaces (like committee rooms) during 2023-2024. It bans plastic plates, cutlery, straws, beverage containers, single-use drinkware, and polystyrene foam containers, except when required for safety, health, or emergencies. The rule directly affects House members, staff, and visitors using House facilities. It focuses on internal House operations rather than public policy, aiming to reduce plastic waste in congressional settings. The change is procedural, not a law affecting the public.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution expressing condolences for Melvin L. Zurier, a former Rhode Island attorney, Air Force Reserve Colonel, and public servant. The bill formally honors his life and legacy, noting his 71-year marriage, legal career, service on the Rhode Island Ethics Commission, and community involvement. It directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies of the resolution to his son, Senator Samuel D. Zurier, and family. As a purely commemorative resolution with no policy changes, it does not affect legislation or impose new requirements.

Requires the office of energy resources to initiate the process of developing programs and associated funding mechanisms, for electric energy storage resources connected to the electric distribution system.

Enacts the Consumer PFAS Ban Act of 2024, prohibiting the intentional addition of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances of PFAS in products offered for sale or manufactured in the state as of January 1, 2027.