Sen. Gordon Rogers

Primary SR 3088

Passed · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

SENATE RESOLUTION CELEBRATING MAY OF 2024, AS "ASIAN AMERICAN, NATIVE HAWAIIAN, AND PACIFIC ISLANDER HERITAGE MONTH" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution officially designates May 2024 as Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in Rhode Island. The bill honors the historical and cultural contributions of these communities to the state, citing their long-standing presence and achievements in fields such as education, healthcare, and the military. It encourages all Rhode Islanders to participate in programs and activities that celebrate this heritage during the month. Additionally, the resolution directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies of the document to individuals who have helped promote this history and culture.

Passed May 23, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SR 3087

Passed · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

SENATE RESOLUTION WELCOMING BOYS TOWN NEW ENGLAND TO THE RHODE ISLAND STATE HOUSE ON MAY 23, 2024, AND THANKING THEM FOR ALL THE GOOD WORK THEY DO FOR CHILDREN AND FOR HEALING AND BRINGING FAMILIES TOGETHER

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution formally welcomes Boys Town New England to the Rhode Island State House on May 23, 2024, and thanks the organization for its work supporting children and families. The bill recognizes the organization's history and current services, which include residential care, foster care initiatives, and community-based programs that have helped over 20,000 individuals in the past year. It also highlights the organization's high financial rating from Charity Navigator and its behavioral intervention model aimed at helping students succeed. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to the organization's president and executive director.

Passed May 23, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SR 3083

Passed · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

SENATE RESOLUTION COMMEMORATING THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF "NATIONAL EMS WEEK" ON MAY 19-25, 2024, IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

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.

Passed May 21, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SR 3076

Passed · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

SENATE RESOLUTION CELEBRATING MAY OF 2024, AS "OLDER AMERICANS MONTH" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

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.

Passed May 16, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 3035

In committee · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- NURSE ANESTHETISTS

Establishes that the elective and/or independent administration of propofol and all FDA classified general anesthetics for any surgery or procedure is not within the "scope of practice" of nurse practitioners as defined in § 5-34-3.

In committee May 7, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SR 3018

Passed · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

SENATE RESOLUTION CELEBRATING MAY 2, 2024, AS "RHODE ISLAND COLLEGE DAY" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

Passed May 2, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SR 3015

Passed · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

SENATE RESOLUTION COMMEMORATING AND RECOGNIZING MAY 2, 2024, AS "NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

Passed May 2, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SR 3016

Passed · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

SENATE RESOLUTION CELEBRATING RHODE ISLAND INDEPENDENCE DAY ON MAY 4, 2024

Passed May 2, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SR 3017

Passed · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

SENATE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING MAY 5TH THROUGH MAY 11TH OF 2024, TO BE "TARDIVE DYSKINESIA

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Passed May 2, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 2473

Passed · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO LABOR AND LABOR RELATIONS -- WORKPLACE PSYCHOLOGICAL SAFETY ACT

Protects bullying/psychological abuse in workplace inflicted upon employees by employers/co-employees/provides civil remedies to affected employees/fines against employers/imprisonment/fines against co-employees.

Passed May 1, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track