Rep. Karen Alzate

Primary HB 5996

died · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- RHODE ISLAND INDIVIDUAL MARKET AFFORDABILITY ACT OF 2025

Creates the Rhode Island Individual Market Affordability Act of 2024 to help reduce out-of-pocket costs for low- and moderate-income consumers enrolled in the health insurance coverage through the Rhode Island health benefits exchange.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates state-funded program to reduce health insurance costs for low/moderate-income residents through the state exchange, allocating public funds to support essential healthcare access.95% confidence HealthcareSupports HealthcareReduces out-of-pocket costs for low/moderate-income consumers in health insurance exchange, improving affordability and access to coverage.95% confidence

died May 20, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 5532

died · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

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

Mandates additional state education funding for the mental and behavioral health of students equal to 2% of the district’s total expenditures, and require those funds be used to hire staff such as school social workers, and behavioral specialists.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesMandates 2% of district funds for mental health staff, increasing state education spending on public services per bill summary.95% confidence EducationSupports EducationMandates 2% state funding for student mental/behavioral health staff (social workers, specialists), directly increasing education funding for student support services.92% confidence HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates 2% of district funds for student mental/behavioral health staff (social workers, specialists), directly funding mental health services under healthcare.95% confidence

died May 15, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 5744

died · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- BILINGUAL, DUAL LANGUAGE AND WORLD LANGUAGE TEACHERS INVESTMENT ACT

Authorizes the office of postsecondary commissioner to expand bilingual and dual language teacher certificates in urban schools through two scholarship programs for students and teachers, with eligibility requirements and donations.

EducationSupports EducationExpands bilingual/dual language teacher certification through scholarship programs, directly funding educator development and program access in urban schools.90% confidence

died May 15, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 5982

died · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- SUPPORT AND ACCESS TO BILINGUAL EDUCATION

Provides funding to establish a dual language program within the department of elementary and secondary education. It also describe how to implement he Support and Access to Bilingual Education “SABE Act” for all Local Education Agencies “LEA” recipients.

EducationSupports EducationProvides funding for dual language programs and implements SABE Act to expand bilingual education access in K-12 schools.95% confidence

died May 15, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HR 6019

died · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

JOINT RESOLUTION APPROVING THE APPROPRIATION OF $1,100,000 OF FUNDS FOR INFANTS AND TODDLERS IN THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION'S EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CATEGORICAL BUDGET

Maddy summaryHR 6019 is a joint resolution proposing to appropriate $1,100,000 for the fiscal years 2025-2026. This funding would be allocated to the Department of Human Services. Its purpose is to provide core funding to sustain and increase access to higher quality early care and education for infants and toddlers.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $1.1M for early childhood education funding, directly increasing public service budget allocation per bill's purpose to sustain access to quality programs.95% confidence EducationSupports EducationAllocates $1.1M for early childhood education to expand access and quality for infants/toddlers, directly advancing educational access.95% confidence

died May 15, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 5535

died · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- SALES AND USE TAXES -- LIABILITY AND COMPUTATION

Maddy summaryHB 5535 proposes to amend the state's sales and use tax laws. This bill specifically exempts "behind-the-meter batteries interconnected with a solar photovoltaic system" from sales tax. The key mechanism is adding these specific energy storage systems to the list of items not subject to sales and use taxes. This change would directly affect individuals and businesses purchasing such solar battery systems by reducing their upfront cost.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill exempts solar battery systems from sales tax, providing direct tax relief per support indicators.95% confidence EnergySupports EnergyExempts solar battery storage from sales tax, reducing costs for renewable energy adoption and directly supporting clean energy infrastructure development.92% confidence

died May 13, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 6003

died · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- LOW - AND MODERATE- INCOME HOUSING

Provides for increases or decreases in the amount of foundation level school support that a community would receive, based upon a community's ability to meet and surpass its minimum low- and moderate-income housing requirements.

HousingSupports HousingBill ties school funding increases to communities meeting low/moderate-income housing requirements, incentivizing housing development and compliance with affordability goals.90% confidence

died May 13, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HR 6324

In committee · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

HOUSE RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING MAY 6, 2025, AS A "NATIONAL DAY OF REASON" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND AND AFFIRMING THE CENTRAL IMPORTANCE OF REASON IN THE BETTERMENT OF HUMANITY

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 6324 recognizes May 6, 2025, as a "National Day of Reason" in the State of Rhode Island. This resolution encourages citizens, residents, and visitors to observe the day and focus on the importance of reason, critical thought, and free inquiry.

In committee May 9, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HR 6312

Passed · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

HOUSE RESOLUTION COMMEMORATING "RHODE ISLAND HOME VISITING DAY" ON MAY 8, 2025

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 6312 commemorates May 8, 2025, as "Rhode Island Home Visiting Day" in the State of Rhode Island. It encourages individuals and organizations to use home visiting resources to support children and families.

Passed May 8, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 5473

died · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PERSONAL INCOME TAX

Maddy summaryHB 5473 proposes a change to the state's personal income tax structure. It introduces an additional 3% tax rate on taxable income that exceeds $625,000, as indexed to 2025 dollars. This new tax provision would apply to tax years beginning in 2026 and thereafter, and it would not be applied retroactively to previous tax years.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill adds 3% tax on high earners ($625k+), increasing state revenue. Aligns with fiscal responsibility by broadening tax base on high incomes to strengthen budget.95% confidence

died May 6, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track