Rep. Mike Chippendale

Maddy summaryHR 7402 is a ceremonial House Resolution expressing condolences for the passing of several individuals, including state officials and community members listed in the resolution. It directly extends sympathy to the bereaved families of those deceased, as specified in the "WHEREAS" clause. The resolution has no policy impact or funding provisions; it serves only as a symbolic gesture of respect. The bill passed unanimously in the Rhode Island House on January 29, 2026, and requests the Secretary of State transmit a memorial to the families.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial House Resolution (HR 7403), not a policy bill. It formally commends 15+ individuals and organizations for specific achievements, including a high school graduate receiving a scholarship, a VFW post's 80th anniversary, a wedding, a business opening, a Marine Corps veteran's birthday, community theater contributions, school partnerships, and criminal justice professionals inducted into a hall of fame. The resolution expresses the House's "joyous and momentous" recognition of these events and honors without creating any new laws or funding. It passed unanimously in the House on January 29, 2026, as a symbolic gesture of appreciation.

Prohibits the division of motor vehicles from placing on a motorist's driving record, a traffic violation which fine has been paid no longer than thirty (30) days after its issuance. This procedure would only be utilized twice per year.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates July 2025 as "Fragile X Awareness Month" in Rhode Island. It recognizes Fragile X Syndrome as the most common inherited cause of intellectual disability and autism, affecting over 100,000 Americans. The resolution urges Rhode Islanders to raise awareness, share information, and support research and families impacted by Fragile X Syndrome. It directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies to the National Fragile X Foundation and Little Rhody Warriors. (Note: This is a symbolic resolution, not a bill with policy changes.)

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House resolution expressing condolences for Raymond J. Turbitt, a Rhode Island educator and community member who taught mathematics for many years and was involved in marine archaeology. It formally mourns his passing and directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to his wife, Judith "Sharon" Turbitt. The resolution has no policy provisions or effects on laws or regulations. It is a purely ceremonial gesture honoring Turbitt's life and contributions.

Requires mail ballots applications to include the RI driving license or state identification number, if unexpired or expired no more than 6 months prior to the election, or the last four digits of the voter’s Soc Sec number.

Creates an affordable housing business tax credit as well as eliminate sales tax on any materials purchased for use in the renovation of affordable rental housing.

Maddy summaryHR 7386 proposes a constitutional amendment that would permit criminal defendants to formally argue jury nullification as a defense in court. This means defendants could explicitly state that they believe a law is unjust and request a jury to acquit them despite violating the law. The amendment would directly affect criminal defendants in trials where they seek to use this defense strategy. If approved by voters, it would change courtroom procedures to allow nullification arguments as a standard defense tactic, rather than a jury's informal choice.

Allows the operation of a home-based business, which meets criteria for home office IRS income tax deduction, without securing approval from the municipality with no storage of chemicals/park heavy equipment/not more than 10% of premises used for parking.

Allows any school district to petition the board of education to use a lower-cost curriculum program, if the program is substantially similar to other programs approved by the board of education.