Adds “space force” to the branches of the military included in various sections of general law regarding the veterans home, veterans cemetery and the power of armed forces officers to take acknowledgements.
Maddy summaryThis House Resolution designates February 11, 2025, as "The 2nd Rhode Island Regiment/Black Regiment Recognition Day" to commemorate Black soldiers who served in the integrated 1st Rhode Island Regiment during the Revolutionary War. It symbolically recognizes their contributions and valor, particularly their role in the 1778 Battle of Portsmouth, and expresses gratitude for their service. The resolution is purely commemorative, with no policy changes or funding, and directs the Secretary of State to share it with historical organizations and officials. It does not affect any individuals or create new laws.
Requires DOA provide inventory of all state agencies using artificial intelligence (AI); establishes a 13 member permanent commission to monitor the use of AI in state government and makes recommendations for state government policy and other decisions.
Establishes a statewide broadband community outreach coordinator to assist state residents interested in learning more and/or applying for the federal Affordable Connectivity Program.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a commemorative resolution designating February 6, 2025, as "New England Freedmen’s Aid Society Day" in Rhode Island. It recognizes the historical work of the Freedmen’s Aid Society (founded in 1859 by the American Missionary Association), which established over 500 schools in the South to educate formerly enslaved people and their children, significantly improving African American literacy rates by the early 1900s. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to the Rhode Island NAACP. As a non-binding commemorative measure, it does not create new laws or policies but honors this historical effort. The resolution was passed by the Rhode Island House on February 6, 2025.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a symbolic resolution (not a law) proclaiming February 2025 as "American Heart Month" in Rhode Island. It cites local heart disease statistics (217 deaths per 100,000 in 2022) and aligns with the national American Heart Month focus on heart health awareness. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to the Rhode Island Department of Health and the American Heart Association - Rhode Island. It does not create new policies or affect specific groups; it solely serves to raise public awareness through symbolic recognition.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution designating February 3, 2025, as "National Women Physicians Day" in Rhode Island. It commemorates Dr. Elizabeth Blackwell (the first woman to earn a U.S. medical degree) and Dr. Velma Scantlebury-White (a pioneering Black transplant surgeon), while highlighting women's contributions to medicine. The resolution has no policy or legal effect - it simply recognizes these achievements and the broader role of female physicians. It directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to the Rhode Island Medical Women’s Association. (Procedural resolution; no direct policy changes or affected parties.)
Requires that all cosmetics manufactured, sold, delivered, held or offered for sale contain a label that completely and accurately list all of their component ingredients.
Maddy summaryHB 5102 creates a committee to develop regulations for homeless shelters in Rhode Island, directly affecting shelters operating across the state. The committee - comprising shelter providers, advocates, residents, and housing officials - will draft standards covering admission policies, resident rights (including no fees or discrimination), health/safety protocols, and emergency shelter requirements. Key provisions mandate shelters provide dignified services, protect resident privacy, ensure access to food and medical care, and involve residents in program planning. The bill establishes a process for setting these standards but does not change current shelter operations until regulations are finalized and adopted.
Establishes rules and procedures for licensing emergency shelters for homeless persons, including setting minimum standards and prohibiting the charging of fees to the residents.
