Rep. Mike Chippendale

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution (HR 6377) expresses condolences to the families of several individuals who recently passed away, including Guilherme "Djeme" Lopes Freitas, Peter J. Fox Jr., and others listed in the resolution. It formally requests the Secretary of State to transmit a memorial to the bereaved families. As a procedural resolution, it does not create new laws or policies but serves as a formal expression of sympathy from the Rhode Island House of Representatives. The resolution was passed by the House on May 29, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 6374) passed by the Rhode Island House of Representatives on May 29, 2025. It formally congratulates the East Greenwich/Toll Gate Co-Op Boys Ice Hockey Team for winning the 2024-2025 Division II State Championship, highlighting their 22-2 record, playoff victories, and overtime championship win. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to head coach Jeff Giusti. As a symbolic gesture with no policy impact, it recognizes the team's athletic achievement and leadership.

Maddy summaryHB 6201 would amend Rhode Island's renewable energy law to explicitly include nuclear energy sources as a qualifying renewable resource. This change would allow utilities to count electricity generated from nuclear power toward the state's renewable energy requirements. The bill adds "nuclear energy sources" as a new category in the definition of eligible renewable resources under Section 39-26-5 of the General Laws. It does not create new mandates but adjusts the legal definition for compliance purposes.

Maddy summaryHR 6376 is a ceremonial House Resolution that formally extends congratulations to multiple individuals and groups for specific achievements, including students and coaches celebrating Mt. Pleasant High School's first-ever Unified Basketball State Championship, recipients of the 2025 Rhode Island Civic Leadership Award, and graduates of the Community College of Rhode Island Dental Hygiene Program. It does not create new laws or policies, as resolutions of this nature are non-binding expressions of support. The measure directly affects the named recipients by publicly recognizing their accomplishments through the House. This procedural resolution was passed by the House on May 29, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 6203 repeals Rhode Island's Renewable Energy Growth Program, which was a tariff-based financing system for distributed renewable energy projects. The program established rules for financing solar and other renewable projects under 5-year targets, with specific requirements for site selection (avoiding core forests) and project size limits. This bill removes all existing provisions of the program from state law, ending its operation without creating new mechanisms or requirements. The repeal directly affects electric distribution companies, renewable energy developers, and customers participating in the program.

Maddy summaryHB 6202 imposes a moratorium on three specific energy-related policies starting January 1, 2026. It prohibits new or renewed net metering contracts (allowing customers to offset electricity use with self-generated power), bans the state from entering long-term solar/wind energy purchase agreements (exceeding five years), and stops state funding for heat pump subsidies. This directly affects residential and commercial customers using solar/wind systems, utilities managing net metering, and energy providers seeking long-term contracts. The bill halts these programs under current state law without creating new exemptions or alternatives.

Maddy summaryHR 6366 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing May 27, 2025, as "ALS Awareness Day" in Rhode Island. It formally acknowledges the impact of ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease) through statements about its severity and the work of ALS United Rhode Island, the state's sole nonprofit dedicated to supporting ALS patients and families. The resolution encourages all Rhode Islanders to learn about ALS, support affected individuals, and participate in ALS United RI's annual Soak Challenge event on June 1, 2025. It does not create new laws or allocate funds, but serves as a symbolic gesture of recognition and advocacy.

Maddy summaryThis bill (HR 6367) is a symbolic resolution designating May 2025 as "Brain Cancer and Tumor Awareness Month" in Rhode Island. It does not create new laws or allocate funds but formally recognizes the impact of brain tumors - highlighting statistics like 200 annual diagnoses in the state and their effect on patients and families. The resolution urges Rhode Islanders to support research and treatment, and directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies to the Rhode Island Brain and Spine Tumor Foundation and the American Brain Tumor Association. As a commemorative measure, it has no direct regulatory or financial impact on individuals or organizations.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates May 22, 2025, as "Rhode Island Community Health Center Day" to honor the state's eight community health centers. It recognizes these centers for providing affordable, comprehensive care to over 200,000 residents regardless of income, employing over 2,100 staff, and supporting local economies. The resolution is purely ceremonial and does not create new laws or funding; it simply formally acknowledges the centers' contributions. The eight centers listed - such as Providence Community Health Centers and Blackstone Valley Community Health Care - will receive certified copies of the resolution.

Maddy summaryHR 6360 is a ceremonial House resolution expressing gratitude and recognition for specific individuals and groups in Rhode Island. It formally commends 2025 Rhode Island State Government Interns, retired educators from Middletown Public Schools, community leaders (including "Mrs. [City]" representatives), and organizations like Casa Moda International for their contributions to the state. The resolution was passed by the House on May 22, 2025, as a formal gesture of appreciation. It does not create new laws or affect policy, but serves to publicly honor these recipients' service and achievements.