Rep. Mike Chippendale

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Rhode Island House of Representatives. It formally congratulates President Donald J. Trump and Vice President JD Vance on their election victory and recognizes the 2024 election as historic. The resolution has no policy impact; it simply expresses support and directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies to the President and Vice President. It does not affect any laws, regulations, or specific groups of people.

Maddy summaryHR 5212 is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Rhode Island House of Representatives to congratulate Joe Mazzulla, the Boston Celtics head coach and Johnston, Rhode Island native, on winning the 2024 NBA Championship. The resolution acknowledges Mazzulla's coaching leadership in securing the Celtics' record 18th championship, his Rhode Island roots, and his high school and college basketball achievements. It directs the Secretary of State to deliver a certified copy of the resolution to Mazzulla. This is a symbolic gesture with no policy changes or direct impact on legislation or constituents.

Maddy summaryThis Rhode Island House Resolution (HR 5211) symbolically recognizes the Lunar New Year celebration for "The Year of the Snake" on January 29, 2025. It acknowledges the cultural significance of the Lunar New Year, which is celebrated by over 20% of the world, and expresses appreciation for the Rhode Island Asian community's contributions to the state's cultural diversity. The resolution does not create new laws or affect any legal obligations; it is purely ceremonial. The House directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to the Rhode Island Association of Chinese Americans.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a law) celebrating "Physician Anesthesiologists Week" in Rhode Island from January 29-February 4, 2025. It formally recognizes physician anesthesiologists for their role in patient safety during surgery, labor, pain management, and care for Veterans, without creating new policies or affecting anyone through legal requirements. The resolution urges citizens to acknowledge their work and directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to the American Society of Anesthesiologists. It passed the Rhode Island House on January 28, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) passed by the Rhode Island House of Representatives. It expresses the House's condolences upon the passing of Anthony Eugene Piccirilli, a longtime Deputy Clerk for the Rhode Island State Superior Court and community member. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to his widow, Linda Piccirilli, and family. It has no policy impact or effect on laws or regulations.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) passed by the Rhode Island House of Representatives on January 28, 2025. It expresses condolences to the family of Anthony V. Arico, a former Deputy Director of the Rhode Island Department of Business Regulation and longtime public servant. The resolution formally recognizes his 30-year career in state government, military service, and decades of community involvement in Barrington. It directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to his widow, Joan G. Arico. This resolution has no policy impact or funding provisions.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) honoring George Nee upon his retirement as President of the Rhode Island AFL-CIO. It formally recognizes his 40-year career in labor advocacy, including his leadership building the union to 80,000 members and his work organizing workers and influencing policy. The resolution, passed by the House on January 28, 2025, expresses gratitude for his contributions to Rhode Island workers and directs the Secretary of State to send him a certified copy. It does not create new laws or affect any policies.

Maddy summaryThis bill adopts the operating rules for the Rhode Island House of Representatives for 2025 and 2026. It establishes procedures for the Speaker's authority (including calling sessions, declaring votes, and managing the calendar), sets the order of daily business (starting with committee reports and ending with adjournment), and defines deadlines for introducing bills. These rules directly govern how House members conduct legislative business, manage votes, and handle committee assignments during the 2025-2026 session.

Maddy summaryHB 5007 adopts the internal rules for the Rhode Island House of Representatives governing sessions during 2025 and 2026. It outlines the Speaker's authority to preside, refer bills, and declare votes; sets daily session times and voting procedures; establishes deadlines for bill introductions (February 15-16 annually); and permits secure electronic signatures for members. The bill directly affects House members, staff, and committee operations by standardizing procedural rules, but does not change public policy or impact constituents. This is a routine procedural measure to govern legislative workflow.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial House resolution honoring Representative Edward T. Cardillo, Jr. for his service representing District 42 in the Rhode Island House of Representatives. The resolution expresses gratitude for his four years of service, including committee work and legislative efforts like removing a vehicle license plate fee and supporting school funding. It has no policy provisions or concrete changes - it is purely a symbolic gesture of appreciation. The resolution was passed by the House on January 23, 2025, and directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to Representative Cardillo.