Effective July 1, 2024, entitles environmental police officers to the benefits provided by chapter 45-21.2 entitled "Optional retirement for members of police force and firefighters."
Provides that vacancies in excess of 3% for full time equivalent state employees which are substituted with contract employees shall require an appropriation to the pension fund equal to the average annual employer contribution for each vacant position.
Maddy summarySB 2051 amends the state sales and use tax code to exempt reusable bags from taxation. This change directly affects consumers who purchase these bags and retailers who sell them. The bill achieves this by adding a new provision to the list of items exempt from sales tax. It does not alter any other existing tax exemptions or create new tax liabilities.
Increases the state earned-income credit as of January 1, 2025 to seventeen percent (17%) of the federal earned-income credit, not to exceed the amount of state income tax.
Provides the state would cover dialysis for the treatment of end stage renal disease ("ESRD") and kidney transplants for persons who do not qualify for full Medicaid due to their immigration status.
Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution officially designates May 20-28, 2024, as "Period Poverty Awareness Week" in Rhode Island to highlight the financial and health challenges faced by women and girls struggling to afford menstrual products. The measure aims to raise public awareness about the issue and encourage efforts to break the stigma surrounding menstruation while advocating for better access and funding. It directs the Secretary of State to send copies of the resolution to specific local organizations, including Brown University and the RI Foundation, to support their work in addressing period poverty.
Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution commemorates the 50th anniversary of National EMS Week, taking place from May 19 to May 25, 2024, in Rhode Island. The bill formally acknowledges the vital role of emergency medical services providers, including over 4,000 licensed practitioners across 83 agencies who deliver critical care around the clock. It encourages all Rhode Islanders to recognize the contributions of these professionals and authorizes the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to the Director of the Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency.
Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution designates May 21, 2024, as "Cox Impact Day" in Rhode Island to recognize the contributions of Cox Communications and its charitable arm, Cox Charities. The bill highlights the company's history of funding STEM and community programs for youth across the Northeast and lists specific local organizations that received grants in 2024. By formally proclaiming this date, the resolution acknowledges Cox's philanthropic efforts in areas such as education, the environment, and civic engagement. The measure also directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies of the resolution to Cox Communications officials.
Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution expresses condolences for the death of Glen D. Biddiscombe, Sr., a retired firefighter and emergency management official from Burrillville. The bill honors his career as a public safety professional, noting his service as a Harrisville firefighter, EMT instructor, police dispatcher, and director of the Burrillville Emergency Management Agency. It directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to his wife, Debra, and family.
Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution officially designates May 21, 2024, as "Korea Day" throughout the State of Rhode Island. The measure honors the contributions of the Korean American community, acknowledges the historical ties between Rhode Island and South Korea, and recognizes the state's economic relationship with the nation. It directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies of the resolution to the Korean American Association of Rhode Island and the Consul General of the Republic of Korea in Boston.
