Expands meaning of bomb threats and false reports to include any warning or threat of the existence of an explosive device and allows judge to impose conditions of bail to include extreme risk protection orders, no trespass orders and counseling.
Maddy summaryHB 5845 requires major water suppliers in Rhode Island (those serving over 50 million gallons annually) to create and maintain flood resilience plans by 2026. These plans must assess risks like flooding and hurricanes, evaluate infrastructure and chemical safety, and outline response strategies. Suppliers must submit initial assessments by July 2026 to state officials and update plans every three years. The bill aims to strengthen drinking water system preparedness against natural disasters without specifying funding or enforcement details. The measure is pending further committee review after a March 2025 hearing.
Maddy summaryThis resolution designates March 2025 as "Arts in the Schools Month" in Rhode Island, recognizing the importance of arts education in schools. It urges all citizens to observe the month and acknowledge arts educators, artists, and administrators who support arts learning. The House passed the resolution on March 18, 2025, and directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to the Rhode Island State Council on the Arts. As a symbolic gesture, it does not create new laws or funding but formally highlights existing state efforts to advance arts education.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial House resolution (HR 6105), not a substantive bill. It formally congratulates the Bryant University Men's Basketball Team for winning the America East Regular Season Championship, America East Tournament Championship, and earning a berth in the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament. The resolution specifically recognizes the team's 23-11 record, their tournament victories (including a 20-point championship game win), and individual honors for players like Earl Timberlake and coach Phil Martelli Jr. As a non-binding resolution, it has no policy impact and serves solely to acknowledge the team's athletic achievements.
Adds a provision that allows a tenant to pay the last month's rent or any other prepaid rent. It also increases the amount that a security deposit can be requested from one to two (2) months of rent.
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 summaryHB 5676 limits annual rent increases for residential rental properties to 10% plus the annual change in the Consumer Price Index (CPI). This applies to all landlords and tenants in standard residential leases, capping how much rent can rise each year. The CPI used is based on the U.S. Department of Labor's September 30 prior-year data. The bill adds this restriction to the state's Residential Landlord and Tenant Act, effective upon passage.
Requires every individual or group health insurance plan on or after January 1, 2026, that provides benefits to reimburse child service providers for therapy services offered through EOHHS certified Kids Connect/Therapeutic Services.
Maddy summaryHB 5920 amends Rhode Island's Fair Housing Practices Act by updating key definitions to clarify protections against housing discrimination. It specifically defines terms like "lawful source of income" (including Section 8 housing vouchers and public assistance), "disability" (excluding current illegal drug use), "assistance animals," and "gender identity or expression." These changes directly affect landlords, housing providers, and tenants by clarifying prohibited practices, such as inquiries about domestic abuse history or discrimination based on income source. The bill, currently pending in committee, aims to strengthen enforcement of existing anti-discrimination safeguards without creating new prohibitions.
Repeals the legislative findings in this section and requires elementary, middle and high schools to provide and maintain on-site functional automated external defibrillators (AEDs).
