Rep. Deb Fellela

Primary HR 6269

Passed · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

HOUSE RESOLUTION EXTENDING THE REPORTING AND EXPIRATION DATES OF THE SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY AND MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR A PLAN AND THE DESIGN OF A VIETNAM MEMORIAL TO BE LOCATED IN THE CITY OF PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND

Extends the reporting and expiration dates of the commission to study a plan and the design of a Vietnam Memorial in Providence, from January 31, 2025, to January 31, 2028, and said commission would expire on April 30, 2028.

VeteransSupports VeteransBill extends timeline for Vietnam Memorial in Providence, honoring veterans through recognition, directly aligning with topic's recognition focus.95% confidence

Passed May 1, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 6139

died · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- RHODE ISLAND PROMISE SCHOLARSHIP

Makes students in workforce-ready certificate programs at the Community College of Rhode Island eligible to receive the Rhode Island Promise Scholarship.

EducationSupports EducationExpands access to Rhode Island Promise Scholarship for workforce certificate programs, increasing financial aid for higher education students.95% confidence

died May 1, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 6095

died · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- LICENSING OF HEALTHCARE FACILITIES

Imposes a hospital licensing fee for fiscal year 2026 against net patient-services revenue of every non-government owned hospital for the hospital’s first fiscal year ending on or after January 1, 2024.

died Apr 30, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 6046

died · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- MEDICAL ASSISTANCE

Requires reimbursement for medical, dental, and behavioral health services provided at community health care centers to equal the lesser of the actual cost, based on Medicaid reports, or 125% of the median rate for all community health centers within RI.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires adequate reimbursement rates for community health centers, ensuring continued access to medical/dental/behavioral services through Medicaid funding mechanisms.95% confidence

died Apr 30, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 6045

died · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- THE EDUCATIONAL EQUITY AND PROPERTY TAX RELIEF ACT

Mandates public schools (K-12) have one full-time certified social worker for every 250 students and allocates $2 million in the fiscal year 2025 budget for school districts and municipalities to hire additional social workers.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $2M in FY2025 budget for school social workers, increasing public service funding per bill summary.90% confidence EducationSupports EducationMandates social worker staffing and allocates $2M for school mental health support, directly increasing resources for K-12 students.95% confidence

died Apr 29, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HR 6280

Passed · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

HOUSE RESOLUTION EXTENDING CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF GRETCHEN DOW SIMPSON, A HIGHLY ACCLAIMED ARTIST WHOSE PAINTINGS GRACED MYRIAD NEW YORKER COVERS

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution extends the deepest sympathy and condolences of the Rhode Island House of Representatives on the passing of Gretchen Dow Simpson, a highly acclaimed artist known for her New Yorker covers and contributions to the art community. A certified copy of the resolution will be transmitted to her family.

Passed Apr 29, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 6273

In committee · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC RECORDS -- ACCESS TO PUBLIC RECORDS

Makes changes to the access to public records act, including clarifying various provisions, increasing the sanctions for knowing and willful violations of the law, and making certain traffic accident data and preferred license plate information public.

In committee Apr 25, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HR 6263

Passed · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

HOUSE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING MONDAY, APRIL 28, 2025, AS “PAY IT FORWARD WITH LOVE FROM TORI DAY” IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution proclaims Monday, April 28, 2025, as "Pay It Forward With Love From Tori Day" in the State of Rhode Island. It encourages all citizens to observe this day by engaging in activities and acts of kindness that demonstrate and celebrate selfless giving.

Passed Apr 24, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HR 6268

Passed · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

HOUSE RESOLUTION COMMEMORATING "NATIONAL INFERTILITY AWARENESS WEEK" ON APRIL 20-26, 2025, IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 6268 commemorates "National Infertility Awareness Week" from April 20-26, 2025, in the State of Rhode Island. This resolution expresses the Rhode Island House of Representatives' support for recognizing infertility and the challenges faced by individuals and families in their family building journey.

Passed Apr 24, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HR 6265

Passed · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

HOUSE RESOLUTION EXTENDING DEEPEST CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF DOROTHY JEAN MCCAFFREY

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution extends the deepest condolences of the State of Rhode Island House of Representatives on the passing of Dorothy Jean McCaffrey, also known as "Dottie." The resolution acknowledges her life, her contributions to her family and community, and directs the Secretary of State to transmit copies to her family.

Passed Apr 24, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track