Maddy summaryHB 5073 establishes a maximum 8-hour workday for state-employed peace officers (including correctional officers) in Rhode Island, with a 10-hour cap for correctional officer stewards. The bill prohibits requiring overtime beyond these limits except during unforeseeable emergencies like riots, and mandates double-time-and-a-half pay if the state violates these rules. It specifically affects correctional staff working for the Rhode Island Department of Corrections, ensuring they cannot be forced into excessive overtime without exception. The law also requires employers to make "reasonable efforts" to find volunteers before mandating overtime during emergencies. Violations would trigger immediate payment of the doubled overtime rate to affected employees.
Rep. Bill O'Brien
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Maddy summaryThis bill is a symbolic House resolution expressing condolences for Robin Ann Montecalvo, a Providence native and former licensed practical nurse. It formally extends "deepest sympathy and condolences" from the Rhode Island House of Representatives following her passing. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to her husband, Gian Montecalvo, and family. As a memorial resolution, it has no policy impact or funding provisions - it serves only as a gesture of respect for her life and family.
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
Prohibits certain claim practices of health insurers and medical providers. The act would further require fulfillment of medical record requests within fourteen (14) days.
Maddy summaryHR 5212 is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Rhode Island House of Representatives to congratulate Joe Mazzulla, the Boston Celtics head coach and Johnston, Rhode Island native, on winning the 2024 NBA Championship. The resolution acknowledges Mazzulla's coaching leadership in securing the Celtics' record 18th championship, his Rhode Island roots, and his high school and college basketball achievements. It directs the Secretary of State to deliver a certified copy of the resolution to Mazzulla. This is a symbolic gesture with no policy changes or direct impact on legislation or constituents.
Maddy summaryThis bill adopts the operating rules for the Rhode Island House of Representatives for 2025 and 2026. It establishes procedures for the Speaker's authority (including calling sessions, declaring votes, and managing the calendar), sets the order of daily business (starting with committee reports and ending with adjournment), and defines deadlines for introducing bills. These rules directly govern how House members conduct legislative business, manage votes, and handle committee assignments during the 2025-2026 session.
Maddy summaryHB 5007 adopts the internal rules for the Rhode Island House of Representatives governing sessions during 2025 and 2026. It outlines the Speaker's authority to preside, refer bills, and declare votes; sets daily session times and voting procedures; establishes deadlines for bill introductions (February 15-16 annually); and permits secure electronic signatures for members. The bill directly affects House members, staff, and committee operations by standardizing procedural rules, but does not change public policy or impact constituents. This is a routine procedural measure to govern legislative workflow.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial House resolution honoring Representative Edward T. Cardillo, Jr. for his service representing District 42 in the Rhode Island House of Representatives. The resolution expresses gratitude for his four years of service, including committee work and legislative efforts like removing a vehicle license plate fee and supporting school funding. It has no policy provisions or concrete changes - it is purely a symbolic gesture of appreciation. The resolution was passed by the House on January 23, 2025, and directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to Representative Cardillo.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial House resolution (HR 5058) expressing condolences for the late Senator James S. D'Ambra, a former Rhode Island State Senate member and educator. It formally honors his 16-year legislative service, career in education, and community contributions. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies to his widow, children, and grandchildren. It has no policy provisions or impact on laws or constituents.
Maddy summaryThis is a memorial resolution, not a substantive legislative bill. HR 5038 expresses the Rhode Island House of Representatives' deepest condolences upon the passing of Judge Edward Clark Parker, who served on the State Traffic Tribunal for 30 years (retiring in 2022). The resolution honors his career, family, and community service, including his role as Deputy Attorney General and his 61-year membership at Pawtucket Country Club. It directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to his family. No policy changes or affected parties are involved.