Expands responsibilities of agencies, persons or entities that store, own, collect, process, maintain, acquire, use, or licenses data, who experiences a security breach, include providing additional information to persons affected and law enforcement
Mandates that a cannabis dispensary display the signage warning that the consumption of marijuana and THC products during pregnancy poses risks to infant development.
Petitions congress to call a convention for the purpose of proposing amendments to the U.S. Constitution to impose restraints on the federal government.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution welcoming Bernadette Jordan, Canada's Consul General in Boston, to Rhode Island. It formally recognizes her background, career achievements (including roles as a Canadian minister and community leader), and her new diplomatic role. The resolution does not create any new laws or policies; it simply expresses Rhode Island's welcome and support for her work strengthening Canada-U.S. ties. No specific groups or individuals are directly affected by this symbolic gesture.
Maddy summaryHR 5011 is a procedural House resolution that would prohibit all members of the U.S. House of Representatives from displaying flags or banners of any size on their desks within the House chamber. The rule applies to every member's desk space but includes an exception for flags or banners placed on or behind the Speaker's rostrum. This change would directly affect all House members by altering the physical decor allowed in their designated workspace during chamber sessions. The resolution does not impact other areas of the Capitol or change substantive legislative processes.
Provides that any person admitted to the House floor dress in an appropriate manner and would further require male members to wear a coat and tie and require dignified dress for female members.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution, not a substantive bill. The Rhode Island House of Representatives passed HR 5003 on January 9, 2025, to express condolences to the Phillips family following the death of Timothy R. Phillips. The resolution honors Timothy, who was the son of Representative Robert Phillips and a devoted father, employee, and community member, but does not create any new laws or policies. It serves solely as a formal expression of sympathy to his family.
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.
Prohibits insurance companies from refusing to use after market parts that are greater than 48 months and less than 72 months from the date of manufacture, provided the repairer has written consent from the owner of the vehicle.
Gives the city of Woonsocket the authority to establish by ordinance, exemptions from taxation on real and personal property for different classifications of individuals including, but not limited to, the elderly with income requirements and veterans.
