Requires mandatory training standards for police officers and trainees, in identifying, responding, and handling all incidents involving any person with a developmental disability.
Maddy summaryHB 5114 would change the governance of Rhode Island's Urban Collaborative (a group of school districts including Providence, Pawtucket, and East Providence) from its current structure to a board of trustees. The board would include the Providence superintendent, representatives from other participating districts, and members appointed by the education council with input from the education commissioner. The bill also specifies that the collaborative would directly receive state education funding (including foundation aid) starting July 1, 2013, with local districts transferring the appropriate funding shares. This bill was introduced to the House Education Committee in January 2025 but withdrawn the same month.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) passed by the Rhode Island House of Representatives. It expresses the House's condolences upon the passing of Anthony Eugene Piccirilli, a longtime Deputy Clerk for the Rhode Island State Superior Court and community member. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to his widow, Linda Piccirilli, and family. It has no policy impact or effect on laws or regulations.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial House resolution honoring Representative Edward T. Cardillo, Jr. for his service representing District 42 in the Rhode Island House of Representatives. The resolution expresses gratitude for his four years of service, including committee work and legislative efforts like removing a vehicle license plate fee and supporting school funding. It has no policy provisions or concrete changes - it is purely a symbolic gesture of appreciation. The resolution was passed by the House on January 23, 2025, and directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to Representative Cardillo.
Maddy summaryThis House Resolution (HR 5153) is a ceremonial tribute expressing gratitude to the Marzilli family for operating Marzilli's Old Canteen, a Providence landmark restaurant founded in 1956. It acknowledges the establishment's 70+ years of serving Italian cuisine and fostering community gatherings, including events for local residents and officials. The resolution formally thanks the family for their contributions and directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to Sal Marzilli and the family. As a non-binding commemorative resolution, it does not create new laws or affect policy.
Changes the timeframe of the Revenue Estimating Conferences meeting to within the last ten (10) days of April and the first ten (10) days of November of each year.
Maddy summaryHR 5095 is a procedural House Resolution expressing condolences on the passing of Cedric Paul Huntley, a former Executive Director of the Nonviolence Institute and community leader in Providence, Rhode Island. It formally extends the House's deepest condolences to his family, including his wife Anika Kimble-Huntley and surviving relatives. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies to his family, commemorating his work in education, community service, and violence prevention. As a symbolic gesture, it does not create any new policies or affect any laws.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial House resolution (HR 5058) expressing condolences for the late Senator James S. D'Ambra, a former Rhode Island State Senate member and educator. It formally honors his 16-year legislative service, career in education, and community contributions. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies to his widow, children, and grandchildren. It has no policy provisions or impact on laws or constituents.
Maddy summaryThis is a memorial resolution, not a substantive legislative bill. HR 5038 expresses the Rhode Island House of Representatives' deepest condolences upon the passing of Judge Edward Clark Parker, who served on the State Traffic Tribunal for 30 years (retiring in 2022). The resolution honors his career, family, and community service, including his role as Deputy Attorney General and his 61-year membership at Pawtucket Country Club. It directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to his family. No policy changes or affected parties are involved.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 5005) expressing the Rhode Island House of Representatives' condolences to the family of Thomas R. DiLuglio, a former Rhode Island Lieutenant Governor (1977-1984) and public servant. It commemorates his life, career as an attorney, businessman, and his service including founding the state Alzheimer's Association chapter and creating a nuclear evacuation plan. The resolution has no policy impact or affected constituents beyond formally honoring his legacy to his family. It was passed by the House on January 9, 2025.
