Sen. Gordon Rogers

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 2190) commemorates the 83rd anniversary of the "Four Chaplains" - four military chaplains (George Fox, Alexander Goode, Clark Poling, and John Washington) who died in 1943 when the SS Dorchester was torpedoed during WWII. The resolution honors their sacrifice of giving up their life jackets to save others, as documented in the resolution's historical context. It directs the Rhode Island Secretary of State to send certified copies to the Rhode Island Department of Veterans Affairs and the Marine Corps League Division Chaplain, with no policy changes or direct impact on individuals or laws.

Maddy summarySB 2080 repeals the entire 2021 Act on Climate, which established Rhode Island's statewide greenhouse gas emission reduction targets and created a Climate Change Council. This repeal directly affects state agencies, the Climate Change Council, and any entities previously required to comply with the law's requirements. The bill removes all specific emission targets (like 45% below 1990 levels by 2030) and the council's duties, including developing climate plans, addressing environmental justice, and tracking progress. It does not create new requirements but eliminates the existing legal framework for climate action. The repeal takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 2072), not a policy bill. It formally expresses the Rhode Island Senate's condolences upon the passing of Thomas E. Hodge, a longtime Pawtucket resident and public servant. The resolution honors his 29 years on the Pawtucket City Council, his service as a state representative, and his community roles. The Senate directed the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to his family. No new laws or policies are created by this resolution.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 2068), not a bill with policy provisions. It expresses the Rhode Island Senate's condolences upon the passing of Scott Bill Hirst, a longtime Hopkinton Town Council member and local civil servant who served as Council President from 2022-2024. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to his family. It has no effect on laws, regulations, or anyone's rights, as it is purely symbolic.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 2006) expressing the Rhode Island Senate's condolences upon the passing of Judge Frank Caprio. It commemorates his life, legacy as a judge and television personality, community service, and family, while extending "deepest sympathy" to his family. The resolution formally directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to Judge Caprio's widow, Joyce Caprio. As a commemorative resolution, it has no binding policy impact or direct effect on any individuals or groups beyond this symbolic gesture.

Maddy summaryThis resolution establishes "Main Street Rhode Island," a statewide program managed by Grow Smart RI to revitalize commercial districts like downtowns, retail corridors, and neighborhood centers. It authorizes $500,000 in state funding to implement the proven "Main Street Four Points Approach," including training, networking, technical assistance, and resources for local communities. The program will operate for three years under the Commerce Corporation’s oversight, with Grow Smart RI handling coordination and annual reporting on goals like hiring a coordinator and hosting educational events. It directly affects Rhode Island’s municipalities and business districts seeking to boost economic activity, tourism, and community vitality through a centralized, state-supported initiative.

Maddy summarySB 179 allows public school teachers and administrators in all grades to offer students a brief moment of silence each September 11 to honor the victims of the 9/11 attacks. It directly affects public school students and staff by providing an optional, non-religious observance opportunity. The bill requires no new funding or major policy shifts - it simply permits schools to facilitate this moment when they choose. This is a procedural measure focused on remembrance, not a substantive change to education policy.

Criminalizes the unauthorized dissemination of sexually explicit images of another person that are created by digital devices or created without the consent of the person depicted.

Authorizes the town council of West Greenwich to provide an exemption and/or stabilization of tax agreement on qualified property used for residential purposes inclusive of low- and moderate-income housing in the town of West Greenwich.

Allows the town council of Coventry to make exemptions from taxation on real and personal property that has undergone environmental remediation. This act is subject to conditions as provided in this section.