Rep. Rebecca Kislak

Primary HR 8477

Passed · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

HOUSE RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING THE VITAL ROLE OF INDEPENDENT COMMUNITY PHARMACIES IN RHODE ISLAND

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution formally acknowledges the contributions of independent community pharmacies to Rhode Island's healthcare system and local economies. It directs the Secretary of State to send copies of the resolution to the Rhode Island Pharmacists Association and independent pharmacies throughout the state.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill formally acknowledges the vital role of independent community pharmacies, recognizing their contributions to the healthcare system and local economies, which supports the healthcare sector.65% confidence

Passed Apr 28, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 7680

died · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING EDUCATION -- THE EDUCATION EQUITY AND PROPERTY TAX RELIEF ACT

Specifies that pre-k programs for three (3) – and four (4) – year olds be added to programs to increase access to voluntary, free, high-quality pre-kindergarten programs.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill title explicitly includes 'Property Tax Relief,' directly aligning with tax relief indicators for homeowners, supporting fiscal management.90% confidence EducationSupports EducationExpands access to free pre-K programs for 3-4 year olds, increasing educational access and equity as stated in the bill's summary.95% confidence

died Apr 28, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 7793

died · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- FEDERAL AID

Establishes a statewide "healthy school meals for all" universal school breakfast and lunch program in Rhode Island public schools phased in over 3 years.

EducationSupports EducationEstablishes universal school breakfast/lunch program in RI public schools, expanding student access to nutrition and supporting school meal funding through phased implementation.95% confidence HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates universal school meal program promoting student nutrition, directly advancing public health programs under healthcare topic as defined.95% confidence

died Apr 28, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 8098

died · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- SUPER SPEEDER ACCOUNTABILITY ACT

Establishes the Super Speeder Accountability Act to be used as a sentencing option or enhancement for drivers charged with certain driving violations.

TransportationSupports TransportationEnhances transportation safety through stricter penalties for speeding violations, directly addressing vehicle regulation enforcement.85% confidence

died Apr 28, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 7239

died · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- CITY OF PROVIDENCE: TRANSFER OF PORTION OF STATE INCOME TAXES OF NEW EMPLOYEES OF NOT-FOR-PROFIT HEALTH CARE INSTITUTIONS AND EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS

Provides that a portion of state income taxes from employees working at not-for-profit healthcare institutions, health service institutions, and educational institutions be allocated to the city of Providence.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRedirects state income tax revenue from specific employees to fund Providence city services, increasing local government funding allocation through tax reallocation.95% confidence

died Apr 28, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 7245

died · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- THE EDUCATION EQUITY AND PROPERTY TAX RELIEF ACT

Amends State funding calculations for special education, revising extraordinary cost calculations for FY 2028-2029, and providing additional funds for excess costs when special education students move into a district after the budget is approved.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly provides property tax relief via education funding adjustments, directly aligning with tax relief indicators for support.95% confidence EducationSupports EducationBill provides additional funds for special education excess costs when students move districts, directly increasing K-12 school funding and addressing equity needs.90% confidence

died Apr 28, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 7455

died · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- THE EDUCATION EQUITY AND PROPERTY TAX RELIEF ACT

Mandates additional state education funding for the mental and behavioral health of students equal to 2% of the district’s total expenditures, and require those funds be used to hire staff such as school social workers, and behavioral specialists.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesMandates 2% of district expenditures for mental health staffing, increasing state education funding and public service spending.95% confidence EducationSupports EducationMandates 2% state funding for mental health staff, directly increasing educational support for student well-being and school programs.95% confidence HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates 2% of district funds for student mental/behavioral health, requiring hiring of school social workers and behavioral specialists, directly supporting mental health services.90% confidence

died Apr 28, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 7456

died · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- THE EDUCATION EQUITY AND PROPERTY TAX RELIEF ACT

Mandates public schools (K-12) have one full-time certified social worker for every 250 students and allocates $2 million in the Fiscal Year 2025 budget for school districts and municipalities to hire additional social workers.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $2M in FY2025 budget for school social workers, increasing public service funding per bill summary.95% confidence EducationSupports EducationAllocates $2M for social worker hiring with 1:250 student ratio mandate, directly enhancing K-12 student support services and funding.90% confidence HealthcareSupports HealthcareFunds school social workers for mental health services, directly advancing student mental health care access per bill's allocation and mandate.95% confidence Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentAllocates $2M to hire school social workers, directly funding employment positions in education sector per mandate.95% confidence

died Apr 28, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 8229

Signed into law · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT TO VACATE THE FORFEITURE OR REVOCATION OF THE CHARTER OF THE DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR., PARENT-TEACHER ORGANIZATION

Maddy summaryThis bill allows the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Parent-Teacher Organization to regain its legal status if it files overdue annual reports and pays associated fees by December 31, 2026. The organization, which was previously facing charter forfeiture due to failure to submit required filings from 1983 through 2026, would be restored to full legal privileges upon completing these requirements. The legislation extends the deadline for submitting these reports and requires payment of both filing fees and a penalty amount determined by the attorney general. Once these conditions are met, the organization will be treated as if the charter revocation never occurred.

EducationSupports EducationBill restores legal status to a parent-teacher organization, enabling continued community involvement in education75% confidence

Signed into law Apr 24, 2026 0 co-sponsors

Primary HB 8138

In committee · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- PUBLIC HEALTH AND WORKPLACE SAFETY ACT

In effect repeals the provisions of the newly enacted law prohibiting smoking in pari mutual facilities with the exception for businesses operating as a pari mutual facility smoking lounge.

Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentRepeals smoking prohibition in pari mutual facilities, weakening workplace safety regulations for that setting.80% confidence

In committee Apr 24, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track