Requires safe storage of firearms/provides civil and criminal penalties for violations/adds rifles and shotguns to the types of firearms requiring a trigger lock to be included with purchase/requires firearms dealers post signs regarding safe storage
Maddy summaryThis bill amends the law governing special license plates for the Gloria Gemma Breast Cancer Resource Foundation in Rhode Island. It authorizes a new ten-dollar annual surcharge on the renewal fees for these specific plates, which are currently available to vehicle owners who wish to support the foundation's mission. The additional funds generated from these renewals will be distributed directly to the foundation to help finance breast cancer awareness, health education, and critical programs. The legislation also includes requirements for annual financial audits and mandates that any Rhode Island-sourced funds received by the foundation be used for the benefit of the state.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a House resolution that expresses condolences for the death of Louis M. Pulner, a prominent Rhode Island attorney and former town solicitor. It acknowledges his professional achievements, including his work prosecuting drunk driving cases and his long service as Solicitor for the Town of Barrington, as well as his personal life and family. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies of the document to Pulner's surviving family members, including his wife, children, and sister.
Clarifies the statute of limitations for all causes of action not otherwise time barred that seek damages arising out of or related to the design/construction/supervision/or inspection of the Washington Bridge No. 700, located in East Prov. RI.
Creates a 17 member commission to study the issues confronting the State due to climate change, and who would report back to the House by May 14, 2025, and expire on June 18, 2025.
Provides for the operation and duties of natural organic reduction for the contained, accelerated conversion of human remains to soil. A disposition facility would be used for either cremation or natural organic reduction.
Prohibits an educational institution or school district from accessing or using location data for tracking a student's institutional device or personal device, except in limited circumstances.
Maddy summaryThis bill expands the existing crime of false reporting to include false claims about shootings or other dangerous events, directly affecting individuals who make such reports via telephone or other means. Under the new provisions, anyone who knowingly transmits a false warning about a shooting that causes fear, prompts an evacuation, or triggers a law enforcement response could face up to ten years in prison, a fine of $1,000, or both. The legislation also allows courts to impose specific conditions on bail for those charged, such as extreme risk protection orders, no trespass orders, or referrals for mental health and substance abuse treatment.
Maddy summaryThis resolution honors Patricia A. Mehrtens on her 90th birthday by formally recognizing her lifelong contributions to the community of Burrillville, Rhode Island. The document highlights her extensive service as a town council member, town clerk, and historian, as well as her work preserving local history through books and digital archives. It authorizes the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to Mrs. Mehrtens as a gesture of appreciation from the House of Representatives.
Maddy summaryThis resolution celebrates the 75th anniversary of NBC 10 WJAR, a television station serving Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts since 1949. The bill honors the station's history of innovation, including early helicopter broadcasts and meteorology, as well as its legacy of award-winning journalism and community service. It formally recognizes the station's contributions to the region and authorizes the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to the station's news director.
