Rep. David Place

Creates a 5 member commission to study the way insurance plans and traditional employer provided benefits are given to Uber and Lyft drivers, and others providing services to the public, and would report by January 5, 2026, and expire March 5, 20206.

Requires an official declaration of war or an action to call forth the state militia by the United States Congress before members of the National Guard may be released from state control to participate in active duty combat.

Maddy summaryHR 5414 is a ceremonial resolution celebrating the 90th birthday of Robert Edward Kenahan on February 8, 2025. It recognizes his public service history, including 20 years with the Rhode Island State Police (retiring as Detective Sergeant), U.S. Navy service during the Korean Conflict, and roles with Pinkerton Security, Westerly Hospital, and the Newport Tennis Hall of Fame. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send Kenahan a certified copy of the resolution. As a non-binding commemorative measure, it has no policy impact or direct effect on any laws or individuals beyond this symbolic gesture.

Maddy summaryThis Rhode Island House resolution (HR 5240) formally commemorates the 82nd anniversary of the "Four Chaplains" - Methodist Minister George Fox, Rabbi Alexander Goode, Dutch Reformed Minister Clark Poling, and Catholic Priest John Washington - who sacrificed their lives during World War II. The bill honors their actions on the SS Dorchester in 1943, where they gave up their life jackets to save others, leading to their deaths. It has no policy impact or affected parties; it is purely ceremonial, directing the Secretary of State to send certified copies to two veterans' organizations. The resolution passed the Rhode Island House on January 30, 2025.

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 5060 designates January 2025 as "Rhode Island Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month" in the state. The resolution does not create new laws or provide funding - it is a symbolic observance to raise awareness about human trafficking, referencing global statistics and past national observances. The bill directs Rhode Island's Secretary of State to send certified copies to the U.S. President, Rhode Island Governor, and UN Secretary-General. This is a commemorative measure with no direct impact on individuals or new policy implementation.

Requires the presiding officer to publish and provide to the House, a compilation of House procedures not addressed in the House rules or in Mason's manual of Legislative Procedures.

Maddy summaryHR 5014 is a procedural resolution amending House rules to require that all members receive at least five days' advance notice before their bill is scheduled for a committee hearing. This change directly affects every House member who introduces legislation, ensuring they are notified in advance of committee consideration. The bill does not alter policy content but modifies internal committee scheduling procedures. It was introduced on January 10, 2025, and referred to the Rules Committee, where it was held for further study on January 15, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 5005) expressing the Rhode Island House of Representatives' condolences to the family of Thomas R. DiLuglio, a former Rhode Island Lieutenant Governor (1977-1984) and public servant. It commemorates his life, career as an attorney, businessman, and his service including founding the state Alzheimer's Association chapter and creating a nuclear evacuation plan. The resolution has no policy impact or affected constituents beyond formally honoring his legacy to his family. It was passed by the House on January 9, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 7753 amends state property tax laws to exempt the tangible personal property of Northwest Community Health Care, also known as WellOne Primary Medical and Dental Care, from taxation. This change directly affects the specific healthcare facility by removing its liability for property taxes on its movable assets. The bill achieves this by adding the organization's name to a list of entities and property types that are already exempt under existing statutes. Once enacted, the facility will not have to pay property taxes on its equipment and other tangible items as of January 1, 2024.