Provides that no train or light engine would be used in connection with the movement of freight could be operated unless it had a crew consisting of at least 2 persons, would also include the imposition of fines upon a company for violation of the act.
Provides that all contractual provisions in a firefighters collective bargaining agreement continue until a successor agreement has been reached or an interest arbitration award has been rendered.
Maddy summaryThis resolution honors Representative Jason Knight for his service to the people of Barrington, Warren, and the State of Rhode Island. It acknowledges his legislative work on public safety, criminal justice reform, and environmental issues, as well as his military and legal career. The House formally thanks him for his dedication and extends best wishes for his candidacy for Attorney General. Finally, it directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to Representative Knight.
Maddy summaryThis House resolution honors Representative Robert E. Craven Sr. for his public service as he decides not to seek reelection in 2026. The bill recognizes his decade-long tenure representing District 32 in North Kingstown and his leadership roles on various committees, including chairing the Judiciary Committee. It specifically highlights several laws he sponsored, such as protections for workplace political and religious rights, measures to increase housing production, and penalties for wage theft. The resolution formally thanks him for his contributions and directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the document to Representative Craven.
Maddy summaryHB 7644 increases filing and writ of execution fees in Rhode Island's district, superior, and family courts. For example, district court small claims fees rise from $55 to $75, other civil actions from $80 to $100, and writs of execution from $20 to $40. The bill also specifies that $5-$20 of each filing fee (depending on case type) will be directed to Rhode Island Legal Services, a provider of free legal aid. These changes apply to all civil filings in the three court types and take effect upon passage. The bill does not alter court procedures or create new legal requirements, only adjusting fee amounts.
Allows animal control officers in the cities and towns to lawfully take charge of and provide adequate care to any animal found abandoned or neglected or hazardously accumulated and includes them as agents authorized to enforce the provisions of this law.
Increases from seven (7) days to nine (9) days the period of time in which a request for a recount of the votes cast can be made to the board of elections. No certificates of election may be issued, until the recount if any is completed.
Gives statewide juvenile hearing boards the authority to refer a juvenile offender to a rehabilitative driving course, as part of a disposition of an offense before the board. The order may be enforced by the traffic tribunal.
Makes it unnecessary to prove that a person's transmission of electronic communications be for the sole purpose of harassment before being found guilty of cyberstalking or cyberharassment.
Authorizes the administration of the division of motor vehicles to make available special license plates for the Rhode Island Manufacture Association.
