Requires insurance companies to settle claims or request additional information within 30 days of receipt of a notice of claim. Failure to comply results in $250/day payable to the insured party.
Increases continuing education requirements for physician assistants, removes restrictions of PAs to render charitable care and aid for school and youth programs or cardiac arrest and removes restrictive covenants as to ownership by a PA.
Creates a Rhode Island specialty license for physician assistants who earn the NCCPA psychiatry CAQ, formally recognizing advanced behavioral health qualifications and supporting appropriate insurance reimbursement.
Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution expresses the Rhode Island Senate's deepest condolences on the passing of Charles J. Laranjo, a lifelong Newport resident and educator. The document honors his life achievements, including his career in education, community service, and leadership roles in various organizations. It authorizes the Secretary of State to send certified copies of the resolution to the Laranjo family.
Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution commemorates March 25, 2026, as the 205th anniversary of Greek Independence Day and celebrates the shared democratic values between Greece and the United States. The bill acknowledges historical ties, including American support during Greece's war for independence and the ongoing strategic partnership between the two nations. It formally recognizes the Greek-American community's contributions to Rhode Island and directs the Secretary of State to send copies of the resolution to Greek Orthodox churches, the U.S. Congressional delegation, and Greek diplomatic and religious leaders.
Maddy summarySB 2604 amends Rhode Island's vehicle code to clarify definitions and operational rules for various vehicle types. It defines "antique" vehicles (over 25 years old) as requiring state inspection for registration and restricting their use to exhibitions, parades, or limited enjoyment - prohibiting primary use for transporting passengers or goods on public roads. The bill also establishes clear categories for electric bicycles (max 28 mph, no registration), electric personal mobility devices (max 15 mph), camping recreational vehicles, and low-speed vehicles (max 25 mph), each with specific speed and safety standards. These definitions directly affect antique vehicle owners, electric mobility users, and owners of recreational trailers by standardizing how these vehicles are regulated and registered.
Regulates property insurers to limit underwriting and investment in fossil fuel projects, requires climate risk reporting and emissions disclosures, and aligns insurance practices with science-based climate targets.
Maddy summarySB 2286 requires all motorcycle operators in Rhode Island to wear a helmet of an approved type, regardless of age. This directly affects every motorcycle, motor scooter, and motor-driven cycle rider on public roads. The bill removes previous age exemptions for helmet use and adds a one-year helmet requirement for new riders during their first year of licensing. Violations carry fines that fund highway safety education programs promoting helmet use. The law takes effect upon passage.
Maddy summarySB 2660 creates a state-level tick control program under the Department of Environmental Management to manage tick populations and reduce public health risks. The program would be implemented by the Department to address tick-borne illnesses, directly affecting residents in areas with significant tick activity. Key provisions include establishing guidelines for tick surveillance, prevention strategies, and public education efforts, though specific methods or funding details are not outlined in the abstract. The bill is currently in the early stages, having been introduced on February 27, 2026, and referred to the Senate Environment and Agriculture committee.
Eliminates mandated housing densities/density bonuses for public drinking water supply watersheds/groundwater. Requires densities not exceed water availability, introduce pollution, stay within public water or sewer system capacity limits.
