Rep. Michelle McGaw

Maddy summaryHB 5203 directs the Department of Education and the Office of Energy Resources to develop new regulations for school buildings. These regulations will require all school buildings to meet a "zero energy capable" standard by December 31, 2037, with the regulations themselves to be adopted by June 30, 2026. The bill ensures that local education agencies have flexibility to pursue state and federal funding for energy efficiency and renewable energy systems without losing state housing aid. It also mandates guidance for school districts to build, own, and operate solar panels using federal incentives.

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 6267 is a commemorative resolution celebrating the 55th Anniversary of Earth Day on April 22, 2025, in the State of Rhode Island. It encourages all Rhode Islanders to educate themselves on environmental hazards and become part of the solution.

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 6261 is a commemorative resolution from the Rhode Island House of Representatives. It honors and congratulates Evan Smith on his retirement as President and CEO of Discover Newport, acknowledging his more than 40 years of contributions to the travel industry and the economic development of Newport and Bristol counties. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to transmit a copy to Mr. Smith.

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 6266 celebrates "Administrative Professionals' Day" on April 23, 2025. This resolution specifically thanks the dedicated administrative staff who work in support of the Rhode Island House of Representatives.

Provides that the early intervention program for developmentally disabled infants be under the jurisdiction of the executive office of health and human services (EOHHS).

Requires the disclosure of the transfer of certain assets of healthcare facilities and provides penalties for failing to file healthcare facility ownership information.

Maddy summaryHB 5836 requires every high school in Rhode Island to offer a yearlong "ethnic studies" course starting with the 2026-27 school year. This course would study American history and the experiences of racialized communities, including specific histories such as Native American, Black, Asian American, and Latin American. It would become a social studies core credit and a high school graduation requirement for students graduating in 2030 and beyond. The bill also establishes a student-led ethnic studies leadership council to oversee curriculum development and implementation.

Establishes the Healthy Kids Act whereby restaurants would be required to offer at least two (2) healthy versions of children's meals, or twenty-five percent (25%) of the children's meals on its menu, whichever is greater.

Maddy summaryThis bill (HR 6223) is a symbolic resolution, not a law, that formally declares April 2025 as "Autism Awareness Month" in Rhode Island. It recognizes the growing impact of autism (affecting about 1 in 36 children) and acknowledges efforts by individuals and agencies to support autistic residents and their families. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to the Autism Society of Rhode Island Chapter. As a procedural resolution, it has no direct policy changes or funding impacts but aims to raise public recognition of autism-related issues.

Requires insurance coverage for all community health workers' services to include health and promotion coaching, health education and training, health system navigation and resource coordination services, care planning and follow-up care recommendations.