Rep. Mike Chippendale

Maddy summaryThis resolution commemorates the 84th anniversary of the Seabees, the United States Navy construction forces, on March 5, 2026. It formally congratulates the Seabees for their service and authorizes the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to the Navy Expeditionary Combat Command. The document highlights the Seabees' historical contributions during World War II and subsequent conflicts, recognizing their role in building vital infrastructure under challenging conditions.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House resolution expressing condolences for the passing of four state representatives: Helen Stasia Taylor, Lori-Jean Sammartino, Edith D. Campanini, and Sharon Agnes Smith. It directs the House of Representatives to offer its sincere sympathy to the bereaved families of these individuals. Additionally, the resolution instructs the Secretary of State to send a properly inscribed memorial to the families as a gesture of respect. The measure is a formal acknowledgment of loss rather than a policy change affecting government operations.

Maddy summaryThis bill officially designates March 2026 as Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in Rhode Island to promote public education about cancer prevention and early detection. The resolution is sponsored by the American Cancer Society and the American College of Gastroenterology to highlight the importance of regular screenings, which can significantly improve survival rates by identifying the disease when it is most treatable. The House of Representatives passed the measure to formally recognize the month and authorize the Secretary of State to send certified copies of the resolution to the sponsoring organizations.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House resolution expressing condolences to the O'Loughlin family following the deaths of six-year-old Hudson and eighty-four-year-old Elisabeth O'Loughlin. It does not create new laws or change policy but serves as a formal statement of respect and mourning from the Rhode Island House of Representatives. The resolution also includes a commitment to improve street safety for children and public transportation access for seniors. Copies of the resolution will be sent to the family by the Secretary of State.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates March 2026 as "National Credit Education Month" in Rhode Island to promote financial literacy and responsible credit management. It directly affects consumers, financial institutions, and educational organizations by encouraging workshops, webinars, and seminars on budgeting, saving, and debt management. The resolution specifically commends local groups like RI Jump$tart Coalition and Junior Achievement of Rhode Island for their financial education efforts. The Secretary of State is authorized to send certified copies of the resolution to the National Financial Educators Council to recognize these initiatives.

Maddy summaryHB 7365 proposes a voluntary portable benefit plan for independent contractors, allowing them to access benefits like health insurance or retirement savings that stay with them across different jobs. The bill establishes that contributions to this plan cannot be used to determine employment classification (e.g., employee vs. independent contractor) or affect employer liability for workers' compensation. Key provisions require the plan to be offered through regulated insurance or employment security programs, ensuring benefits remain tied to the individual, not any specific employer. This applies directly to independent contractors and hiring parties who choose to participate, with no mandatory participation for either party. The bill takes effect upon passage and does not create new benefits but enables existing systems to operate portably.

Prohibit denial of an opportunity to apply for employment as a law enforcement officer or firefighter solely on the basis of a person's country of citizenship.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution formally extends congratulations to various individuals and organizations in Rhode Island for their achievements and milestones. The bill recognizes students on the Community College of Rhode Island Dean's List, community college athletes competing in SkillsUSA, a police detective honored as Detective of the Year, a high school coach named Female Coach of the Year, and business owners celebrating anniversaries or grand openings. It also acknowledges engineering professionals receiving awards from the Providence Engineering Society and a high school basketball player reaching a career milestone. The resolution serves as an official record of these accomplishments rather than establishing new laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House Resolution that formally expresses condolences to the families of several deceased Rhode Island Representatives. It directly affects the bereaved families of William Keegan, Edith Morrell, Richard F. Caproni, and other named officials who have passed away. The resolution requests that the Secretary of State send properly inscribed memorial cards to each bereaved family as a gesture of sympathy. This is a procedural measure that does not create new laws or policies but serves to acknowledge the loss and offer official support to grieving families.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates March 3, 2026, as "Reach Out and Read Rhode Island Day" to honor the nonprofit organization that promotes early childhood literacy through shared reading. The resolution recognizes the program's work with pediatricians and family medicine providers to distribute free books to families with young children during medical visits. By officially commemorating this date, the state aims to raise public awareness about the importance of early literacy and acknowledge the organization's contributions to child development. The Secretary of State is authorized to send a certified copy of the resolution to the organization's executive director.