Rep. Raymond Hull

Primary HB 6045

died · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- THE EDUCATIONAL EQUITY AND PROPERTY TAX RELIEF ACT

Mandates public schools (K-12) have one full-time certified social worker for every 250 students and allocates $2 million in the fiscal year 2025 budget for school districts and municipalities to hire additional social workers.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $2M in FY2025 budget for school social workers, increasing public service funding per bill summary.90% confidence EducationSupports EducationMandates social worker staffing and allocates $2M for school mental health support, directly increasing resources for K-12 students.95% confidence

died Apr 29, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 5976

died · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- BUILDING OPPORTUNITIES IN OUT-OF-SCHOOL TIME

Provides $4,000,000 to support comprehensive and effective afterschool, school vacation, summer learning and workforce development programs for students in grades kindergarten through twelve (K-12).

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $4M for K-12 after-school programs, directly increasing state funding for public education services.95% confidence EducationSupports EducationProvides $4M for K-12 afterschool/summer programs, directly funding educational access and student support initiatives per bill summary.95% confidence

died Apr 29, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HR 6281

Passed · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

HOUSE RESOLUTION COMMEMORATING THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE END OF THE VIETNAM WAR ON APRIL 30TH, 2025

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 6281 commemorates the 50th Anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War on April 30, 2025. It expresses gratitude to American service members and acknowledges the losses and suffering endured by all involved in the conflict.

Passed Apr 29, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 5399

died · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- THE EDUCATION EQUITY AND PROPERTY TAX RELIEF ACT

Provides that a school district could elect and choose to not spend money on any mandate that is not fully funded through the state education aid formula.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides property tax relief by allowing school districts to opt out of unfunded state mandates, reducing local tax burdens.95% confidence EducationSupports EducationAllows districts to avoid unfunded mandates, reducing financial strain and supporting equitable resource allocation in schools.85% confidence

died Apr 29, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 6149

died · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- RHODE ISLAND MEALS ON WHEELS INC. FUND

Maddy summaryHB 6149 establishes the Rhode Island Meals on Wheels Inc. Fund as a dedicated fund within the state's general fund. Starting with the 2025 tax year, Rhode Island taxpayers can contribute to this fund by designating a portion of their state personal income tax refund. The collected money will be distributed annually to the Rhode Island Meals on Wheels Inc. Fund for the exclusive benefit of eligible individuals and families receiving services.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates tax-based funding mechanism directing refunds to Meals on Wheels, funding essential social services through voluntary taxpayer contributions.95% confidence

died Apr 24, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HR 6265

Passed · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

HOUSE RESOLUTION EXTENDING DEEPEST CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF DOROTHY JEAN MCCAFFREY

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution extends the deepest condolences of the State of Rhode Island House of Representatives on the passing of Dorothy Jean McCaffrey, also known as "Dottie." The resolution acknowledges her life, her contributions to her family and community, and directs the Secretary of State to transmit copies to her family.

Passed Apr 24, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 5556

died · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- PSYCHOLOGISTS

Includes licensed school psychologists under the provisions of the general laws governing the regulations of psychologists and expands the licensing of school psychologists for independent practice.

died Apr 24, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 6211

died · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- MOTOR VEHICLE OFFENSES

Requires persons convicted of driving under influence or refusal to submit to chemical test, have an ignition interlock system installed in vehicle as part of sentence and to pay an assessment to pay for the interlock systems.

Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeMandates ignition interlocks for DUI offenders as sentencing requirement, increasing mandatory components without reform focus.85% confidence TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates ignition interlocks for DUI offenders, enhancing road safety through vehicle regulation, aligning with transportation safety indicators.95% confidence

died Apr 24, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HR 5139

died · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

JOINT RESOLUTION TO APPROVE, PUBLISH AND SUBMIT TO THE ELECTORS A PROPOSITION OF AMENDMENT TO THE CONSTITUTION OF THE STATE -- FOUR YEAR TERMS AND TERM LIMITS FOR REPRESENTATIVES AND SENATORS

Proposes an amendment to the State Constitution, Article IV, Section 1, that would create four (4) year terms for general assembly members and impose term limits of three (3) full four (4) year terms on said members commencing with the 2028 election.

died Apr 24, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 5993

died · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- CERTIFICATION OF CHILDCARE AND YOUTH-SERVING WORKERS AND OPERATORS

Commences July 1, 2025, this act would eliminate the provision of this section that requires new applicants for employment under this section to pay the expense for their criminal background checks.

died Apr 24, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track