Rep. Terri Cortvriend

Requires the EOHHS to amend the state Medicaid plan and secure sufficient state general revenue to increase Medicaid payment rates to an amount equal to one hundred thirty percent (130%) of Medicare rates for outpatient clinical pediatric services.

Allows the department of environmental management to acquire established foot paths by eminent domain in order to provide public access to streams, rivers, lakes and ponds.

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 6278 proclaims April 29, 2025, as "Community College of Rhode Island Day" in the State of Rhode Island. This resolution honors the college's 60th anniversary and recognizes its contributions to education and workforce development for Rhode Islanders since 1964.

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.

Provides that a defendant's third and subsequent violation of domestic violence offenses, including both prior felony and misdemeanor convictions, would be punishable as a felony.

Provides for paid leave for a state employee who donates an organ. The duration of the leave is dependent on the type of donation and notice should be provided to the employer at least thirty (30) days prior to the leave.

Increases the maximum amount of the Kingston water district bonding authority from four million dollars ($4,000,000) to fifteen million dollars ($15,000,000).

Maddy summaryThis resolution symbolically designates April 2025 as "Month of the Military Child" in Rhode Island, recognizing military-connected children's sacrifices. It directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies to Middletown School Committee and Superintendent, acknowledging Middletown's large military-connected student population (15% of enrollment). The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it is purely ceremonial recognition, following similar national observances. It does not create new programs or obligations for schools or the state.