Establishes regulations to ensure the ethical development, integration, and deployment of high-risk AI systems, particularly those influencing consequential decisions.
Allows any peace officer working in a Rhode Island school as a full or part-time resource officer to work in excess of the seventy-five (75) working days in a calendar year, and not have an interruption in their benefits.
Amends the section of law relative to violations for driving after denial, revocation or suspension of a license and expands the list of offenses for which an unlicensed motorist would be in violation.
Maddy summarySenate Bill 780 amends the state's retirement system for public officers and employees. It specifically adds the roles of administrator of community confinement and home confinement coordinator to the existing retirement provisions for correctional officers. This change means individuals in these positions within the department of corrections would be covered under the established retirement rules, including eligibility ages and service requirements for correctional staff.
Maddy summarySenate Resolution 1030 is a commemorative resolution that celebrates Rhode Island Independence Day on May 4, 2025. It recognizes the historical significance of Rhode Island's early renunciation of allegiance to the British crown and directs a copy of the resolution to be sent to the Nathanael Greene Homestead Association, Inc.
Maddy summarySenate Resolution 1035 officially designates May 5-11, 2025, as "Lung Cancer Action Week" in the State of Rhode Island. This resolution encourages all Rhode Islanders to learn more about lung cancer, its risk factors, and early detection.
Maddy summarySenate Resolution 1031 honors and celebrates Councilman Andrew J. Annaldo, Jr. and the community members for their efforts in saving the Wanskuck Library. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to transmit copies to Councilman Annaldo and the Wanskuck Library Manager.
Maddy summarySenate Resolution 1029 congratulates Burrillville Police Chief Colonel Stephen J. Lynch on his induction into the Rhode Island Criminal Justice Hall of Fame. This resolution honors Chief Lynch for his distinguished career and contributions to criminal justice in Rhode Island.
Maddy summarySenate Resolution 1028 proclaims May 5th through May 9th of 2025 as "Teacher Appreciation Week" in the State of Rhode Island. This resolution acknowledges the hard work and dedication of teachers in the state and directs the Secretary of State to transmit copies to the presidents of the Rhode Island Federation of Teachers and Health Professionals and the National Education Association of Rhode Island.
Maddy summarySenate Resolution 1033 proclaims May 10, 2025, as "Lupus Day" in the State of Rhode Island to raise awareness about the autoimmune disease. The resolution also encourages charitable donations to organizations like the Lupus Foundation of America that are involved in lupus research and patient services.
