Rep. Mike Chippendale

Maddy summaryThis resolution celebrates the 75th anniversary of NBC 10 WJAR, a television station serving Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts since 1949. The bill honors the station's history of innovation, including early helicopter broadcasts and meteorology, as well as its legacy of award-winning journalism and community service. It formally recognizes the station's contributions to the region and authorizes the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to the station's news director.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House resolution offering condolences to the family of Paul T. DeRoche, a longtime lobbyist for the Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce who recently passed away. It recognizes his thirty-seven-year career in government affairs and his role as a respected fixture at the State House. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to Dr. Helen M. Caldwell and her family.

Maddy summaryThis House resolution formally congratulates Bridget Boucher, the 2024 Elementary Principal of the Year, and numerous students from North Providence High School who were inducted into the 2024 National Honor Society. It also honors members of the Block Island Manissean Tribe for their visit to the Rhode Island House of Representatives. The bill serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of these specific achievements and community contributions rather than establishing new laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House resolution that formally congratulates Milissa O'Neil on being selected as the 2024-2025 Rhode Island Teacher of the Year. It directly affects Ms. O'Neil, an elementary and special educator at Oakland Beach Elementary School, by officially recognizing her achievements and dedication to her students. The resolution highlights her extensive background in education, her advocacy for STEAM and social-emotional learning, and her various leadership roles within the school community. Finally, it directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of this resolution to Ms. O'Neil as a gesture of appreciation.

Maddy summaryThis resolution expresses the Rhode Island House of Representatives' condolences to the families of individuals who have recently passed away. It specifically names the deceased and directs the Secretary of State to send a memorial to each bereaved family as a gesture of sympathy. The bill is a formal acknowledgment of loss rather than a policy change, affecting only the families of the listed individuals and the state's legislative body.

Prevents insurance companies from treating widowed persons differently than married persons when establishing or maintaining an insured's rate or classification respecting the operation of a personal motor vehicle. Effective 1/1/25.

Maddy summaryThis resolution commemorates the 170th anniversary of the U.S.-Japan Treaty of Peace and Amity and celebrates the long-standing friendship between Rhode Island and Japan. It highlights historical connections, such as Commodore Matthew Perry's role in establishing diplomatic ties and the state's maritime heritage, alongside modern economic contributions from Japanese companies operating in Rhode Island. The bill directs the Secretary of State to send copies of the resolution to federal officials in Washington and the Consul General of Japan in Boston to formally recognize this anniversary and encourage continued cultural and economic cooperation.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House resolution that formally acknowledges the historical presence and heritage of the Manissean Tribal Natives on Block Island, Rhode Island. It highlights the tribe's long history on the island, noting their decline in population over centuries and their resilience through various challenges. The resolution encourages the preservation of local indigenous culture and historical sites while honoring the ancestors and descendants of the Manissean people. Finally, it directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to the President of the Manissean Tribe.

Amends the penalty for violating the provisions of the personal watercraft safety act from a misdemeanor to a violation and reduce the fine from five hundred dollars ($500) to a fine of two hundred fifty dollars ($250).

Maddy summaryThis bill designates May 28, 2024, as "Arts Advocacy Day" throughout Rhode Island to highlight the importance of the arts sector. It acknowledges that the arts contribute significantly to the state's economy, education, and community life, noting that the industry has faced challenges following the pandemic. The resolution urges residents to support local arts programs and directs the Secretary of State to send copies of the proclamation to relevant arts organizations.