Sen. Bob Britto

Maddy summaryThis bill requires every high school in Rhode Island to designate a licensed athletic trainer who must be available for all athletic practices and games. It also mandates that coaches, school nurses, and volunteers complete annual training on concussions and traumatic brain injuries, while encouraging teachers to do the same. Additionally, the legislation maintains existing rules that require athletes to be removed from play if a concussion is suspected and to receive written clearance from a physician before returning. These measures aim to improve the identification and management of head injuries in youth sports by ensuring professional oversight and education.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution formally welcomes the Narragansett Council of the Boy Scouts of America to the Rhode Island State House and celebrates Scouting Month in February. The bill highlights the organization's contributions to youth development, community service, and outdoor education across the state, noting specific statistics on campers, service hours, and new members. It also acknowledges the council's plans to build a new Leadership and Program Center at Camp Champlin to expand its facilities and offerings. Ultimately, the resolution serves as a ceremonial tribute to the Scouts and their volunteer leaders rather than establishing new laws or funding.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution formally recognizes May 16, 2024, as "Zambarano Day" to honor the Eleanor Slater Hospital-Zambarano campus in Rhode Island. The bill acknowledges the facility's long history of providing critical long-term acute care services to patients with severe injuries and illnesses, as well as its role in planning a new state-of-the-art building. By passing this resolution, the Senate expresses its appreciation for the hospital staff and declares its ongoing support for the campus as an exemplary healthcare provider. The resolution concludes by directing the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the document to the hospital staff.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution officially designates May 2024 as "Older Americans Month" in Rhode Island to honor the contributions of seniors. The bill directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to the Director of the Office of Healthy Living. It serves as a commemorative gesture rather than establishing new laws or funding requirements.

Directs the department of transportation to prepare a monthly "Washington Bridge snapshot report" containing information on the progress of repairs and other actions pertaining to the Washington Bridge.

Maddy summarySB 2486 would repeal the existing laws that regulate retail promotions involving games of chance, such as contests where customers can win prizes based on luck. Currently, businesses offering these promotions must file detailed statements with the secretary of state, post rules and prize information in their stores, and keep records of winners to ensure fairness and transparency. The bill also removes criminal penalties for failing to follow these rules or for manipulating, rigging, or coercing participation in such schemes. By eliminating these statutes, the legislation would remove the legal framework governing how retail establishments conduct prize-based marketing campaigns.

Maddy summarySB 2319 authorizes multiple municipalities in Rhode Island, including Johnston, to offer property tax credits to residents aged 65 and older. The bill allows local town councils to set specific rules and dollar limits for these exemptions, which can apply to real estate or personal property depending on the town. These tax breaks are designed to be applied uniformly and are available in addition to any other tax exemptions a person might already qualify for. By enabling these local governments to create their own programs, the legislation gives communities the flexibility to tailor financial relief for their senior residents.

Allows members of the retirement system who served in the national guard or reserves and who qualifies as veterans to purchase retirement service credits.

Establishes a program within the adult correctional institution to permit medication assisted treatment approved by the FDA to be provided for the treatment of opioid use disorder to any incarcerated individual.

Repeals 42-56-38.1 and requires the department of corrections to provide free communication services to inmates and juveniles held in residential placement or detention centers and requires that those facilities provide in-person contact visits.