Sen. Bob Britto

Amends State funding calculations for special education, revising extraordinary cost calculations for FY 2027-2028, and providing additional funds for excess costs when special education students move into a district after the budget is approved.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution expressing condolences for Charlene C. Connors, a former Cumberland elementary school teacher and community member. It formally conveys the Senate's "deepest sympathy" to her family, including her son, Senator Daniel Connors, and directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to them. The resolution has no policy impact or financial provisions - it serves solely as a formal expression of respect for her life and legacy.

Maddy summaryThis ceremonial resolution honors Martha Ball for her 50 years of public service to the Town of New Shoreham, including roles as Town Council member, Treasurer, and committee leader. It formally thanks her for her contributions to local governance, history, and community projects, and directs the Secretary of State to send her a certified copy. The resolution has no policy impact or financial effect - it is solely a gesture of appreciation.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 9) expressing the Rhode Island Senate's condolences to the family of Barbara Ann Capalbo following her passing. It formally honors her legacy as a respected arts manager, educator at Rhode Island School of Design, and public servant who served on the Hopkinton Town Council and various community boards. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to her husband, William Capalbo, and family. It does not create new laws or affect any policies.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 10) extending condolences on the passing of Saysomboun Phivilay, a Providence resident and mother of Rhode Island Senator Alan Rudolph's spouse. The resolution formally expresses the Senate's heartfelt sympathy to her husband, children, and grandchildren, and directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to her family. It does not create any new laws, policies, or financial obligations. The resolution was unanimously passed by the Senate on January 21, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution extending condolences for Carol A. Briden, a Providence resident and Brown University graduate known for her writing, art, and family life. The resolution formally expresses the Senate's heartfelt condolences on her passing and directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to her family members, including her sons David and James Briden and their families. As a commemorative resolution, it has no legal effect or policy changes - it solely honors her memory.

Prohibits insurance companies from refusing to use after market parts that are greater than 48 months and less than 72 months from the date of manufacture, provided the repairer has written consent from the owner of the vehicle.

Repeals the provision setting a different timeline for reimbursement of East Providence for the FY 2025, and would bring East Providence in line with other municipalities in the timing of reimbursements.

Enacts the Comprehensive PFAS Ban Act of 2024, prohibiting the intentional addition of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances of PFAS in products offered for sale or manufactured in the state as of January 1, 2027.

Provides the state's share of the basic program and approved expenditures would be paid to the city of East Providence in twelve (12) monthly installments.