Rep. Deb Fellela

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House Resolution that commemorates the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings in Normandy, France, on June 6, 2024. It honors the sacrifices of American, British, and Canadian troops who participated in the largest amphibious assault in history to liberate Europe from Nazi control. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the document to the Rhode Island Adjutant General for official record-keeping. As a memorial measure, it does not create new laws or alter government operations but serves to recognize a significant historical event.

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.

This resolution would amend the membership of said commission by increasing the number of members to seventeen (17), all of whom would be honorably discharged veterans and be qualified electors of this state, to be appointed by the Speaker.

Prohibits a landlord from inquiring about the immigration status of a tenant subject to any federal laws or regulations, but may request financial information.

Maddy summaryThis resolution commemorates the 59th annual Gaspee Days celebration and marks the 252nd anniversary of the burning of the British ship HMS Gaspee in 1772. The bill formally recognizes the historical significance of this event as a pivotal moment in the American Revolution and acknowledges the ongoing annual festivities held in Pawtuxet Village, Rhode Island. It directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to the Gaspee Days Committee chairman and encourages citizens to participate in the upcoming events.

Awards all members of the pension system a three and one-half percent (3.5%) annual benefit adjustment applied to the first thirty thousand dollars ($30,000) of a member's retirement allowance.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution that honors and celebrates Armed Forces Day on May 18, 2024, in Rhode Island. It acknowledges the service and sacrifices of all members of the U.S. military, including active and reserve personnel across various branches. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to the Rhode Island Adjutant General to formally recognize the occasion.

All Medicaid programs operated by EOHHS would not reimburse home care providers less than fee-for-service rates adopted by rate review recommendations of the office of health insurance commissioners.

Amends Article 9 of the state budget and various provisions relative to hospital licensing fees, would redefine base year for purposes of calculating disproportionate share payments for fiscal years.

Appropriates $1,875,000 for the creation of a 9-8-8 suicide prevention and mental health crisis hotline within the department of behavioral healthcare, developmental disabilities and hospitals (BHDDH).