Authorizes the appropriation of the sum of $991,000 for the town of Middletown to upgrade the gymnasium at the new Middletown middle high school to serve a regional emergency shelter.
Maddy summaryThis bill amends Rhode Island state law to allow federal Department of Defense facilities, such as Naval Station Newport, to receive state payments in lieu of property taxes. It recognizes that these large military installations impose significant costs on local municipalities for services like police, fire protection, and infrastructure maintenance. The state would provide a payment equal to 27% of the property taxes that would have been collected if the land were taxable, matching the existing support given to certain nonprofit hospitals and universities. This change aims to ensure that towns hosting federal military bases receive financial compensation for the public services required to support them.
Maddy summaryThis bill exempts parking fees for municipally operated beach parking in Middletown from Rhode Island sales tax. It amends existing state tax laws to clarify how various services, including transportation, pet care, and parking, are defined and taxed. The legislation specifically removes Middletown beach parking from the general definition of taxable parking services while maintaining tax liability for other parking facilities.
Increases reimbursement caps promulgated in 2018 and applies to eligible costs for library projects incurred from June 30, 2025 through June 30, 2031, or ending earlier if the Office of Library Information Services amends the regulations.
Establishes the first-time home buyer savings program act. Allows modifications to federal adjusted gross income for $50,000 in contributions and $150,000 of interest and dividends included in federal adjusted gross income.
Increases the amount of state aid distributed to the towns and cities through appropriation in lieu of property tax provisions applicable to certain private and state properties that are exempt from property tax.
Authorizes the town of Middletown to adopt by ordinance, a veterans’ property tax exemption to any veteran, who was honorably discharged, or discharged under conditions other than dishonorable, regardless of dates or periods of service.
Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution officially designates May 2026 as "Older Americans Month" throughout the State of Rhode Island. The measure honors the contributions of adults aged 65 and older, acknowledging their role in the community and economy while recognizing the state's history with senior support legislation. It directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to the Rhode Island Office of Healthy Aging to coordinate official observances. This symbolic action aims to foster intergenerational respect and highlight the needs and achievements of the state's aging population.
Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution formally congratulates the Parish of St. Lucy Catholic Church on its 75th anniversary. The bill recognizes the parish's history since its founding in 1951 and highlights its long-standing contributions to the Middletown and Newport communities through faith, charity, and service. It authorizes the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to the church as a gesture of appreciation. This measure is purely ceremonial and does not alter any laws or policies.
Prohibits health insurance companies or other payors from including in physician participation agreements any provisions that restrict or prevent a physician from charging patients reasonable administrative or operational fees to support overhead.
