Sen. Ana Quezada

Primary SR 2584

died · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION TO HIGHER GROUND INTERNATIONAL TO PROVIDE SUPPORT TO COMPLETE THE INITIAL PHASE OF HIGHER GROUND INTERNATIONAL'S NEW HEADQUARTERS

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes to give $450,000 to Higher Ground International, a nonprofit in Rhode Island, to help finish renovations on its new headquarters in Providence. The funds are intended as a one-time contribution to complete the initial phase of building improvements at the location on Ninigret Avenue. While the bill notes that the facility plans to offer community services like food assistance and cultural events, the legislation itself only authorizes the specific payment for construction costs.

died May 14, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 2985

died · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- COUNCIL ON THE ARTS

Establishes a Rhode Island creative futures fund in the amount of eighteen million dollars ($18,000,000).

died May 9, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 2764

died · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- HOMELESS BILL OF RIGHTS

Updates the Homeless Bill of Rights to add rules governing encampments and includes the right to clean and sanitary conditions.

died May 9, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 2188

died · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- RESIDENTIAL LANDLORD AND TENANT ACT

Prohibits a landlord from inquiring about the immigration status of a tenant subject to any federal laws or regulations, but may request financial information or proof of identity.

died May 9, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 2736

Passed · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC UTILITIES AND CARRIERS -- OPERATION OF RAILROADS GENERALLY

Provides that no train or light engine would be used in connection with the movement of freight could be operated unless it had a crew consisting of at least 2 persons, would also include the imposition of fines upon a company for violation of the act.

Passed May 8, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 2224

died · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- ELECTRONIC IMAGING DEVICES

Provides for enhanced penalties if a victim of unauthorized dissemination of indecent material is a minor or the offender is in a position of authority over the victim or the offense results in serious bodily injury or death of the victim.

died May 7, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 3042

died · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- MOTOR VEHICLE INSURANCE -- MANDATORY ARBITRATION PROVISION

Increases the minimum claim amount necessary to require a matter involving motor vehicle liability be submitted to mandatory arbitration.

died May 7, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 3043

died · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- LIABILITY INSURANCE

Provides for mandatory uninsured motorist coverage.

died May 7, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 2375

died · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- THE RHODE ISLAND FAMILY CAREGIVER TAX CREDIT ACT

Establishes a tax credit against income tax based on eligible expenses incurred for care and support of an eligible family member.

died May 7, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SR 3055

Passed · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

SENATE RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING RHODE ISLAND RADIO LEGEND DANIEL "GIOVANNI" CENTOFANTI ON HIS RETIREMENT ON APRIL 29TH, 2024, FROM 92 PRO-FM AFTER FIFTY YEARS OF ENTERTAINING HIS MANY LISTENERS

Passed May 7, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track