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.
Permits every municipality in the state to offer a homestead tax exemption of up to 20% of assessed value on residential properties, and also provides that municipalities that grant greater exemptions not be limited by this section.
Maddy summarySB 2875 requires health insurance policies in the state to cover qualified interpreter services for medically necessary doctor visits involving non-English-speaking patients. This mandate applies to individual and group health plans, hospital policies, and health maintenance organizations that are delivered, issued, or renewed on or after January 1, 2025. The bill specifies that interpreters must be provided for one-on-one, face-to-face interactions during these appointments, provided that federal laws do not already require such coverage.
Maddy summaryThis joint resolution asks the state's Children's Cabinet to hold a meeting by September 2024 to review progress on improving coordination among agencies responsible for early childhood programs. The bill responds to a 2023 report that recommended enhancements such as better data systems, unified budget reporting, and a "no wrong door" approach for enrolling families in services. It directs the Secretary of State to send copies of the resolution to relevant government groups and boards to ensure these coordination efforts are tracked and implemented.
Maddy summaryThis bill allows disabled veterans who meet specific injury or disability criteria to receive special "Disabled Veteran" license plates for their vehicles. It also permits these plates to be transferred to the veteran's spouse if the veteran can no longer drive, or issued directly to the spouse if the veteran is deceased. The law requires official certification from the Veterans' Administration to ensure eligibility before issuing or transferring the plates.
Allows for the holder of a manufacturer's license to be able to sell one one-sixth (1/6) barrel key of malt beverage, produced on the premises, per day.
Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution designates the week of May 12 through May 18, 2024, as National Police Week in Rhode Island to honor law enforcement officers who have died in the line of duty. The bill formally recognizes the sacrifices made by police officers and directs the Secretary of State to send copies of the resolution to relevant state and national police organizations. By adopting this commemorative title, the state acknowledges the risks faced by its officers without altering any laws or policies.
Maddy summaryThis bill modifies the state's merit system to establish separate employment positions and salary scales specifically for employees of the Board of Elections. Under the new rules, the Department of Administration must manage these distinct roles within the unclassified pay plan, ensuring that salary adjustments for these workers do not exceed two grades per year. The legislation also mandates that any changes to the pay plan undergo a public hearing process where the public, employees, and appointing authorities can provide testimony before recommendations are submitted to the governor. Ultimately, this measure aims to create a dedicated compensation structure for election officials while maintaining oversight through the existing state personnel review procedures.
Allows members of the retirement system who served in the national guard or reserves and who qualifies as veterans to purchase retirement service credits.
Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution expresses condolences for the passing of Gregory A. Jones, a retired firefighter and dedicated public servant from Cumberland, Rhode Island. The document honors his life by highlighting his 31-year career as an engineer for Verizon and his subsequent service as a firefighter with the Cumberland Fire District until his retirement in 2022. It also acknowledges his extensive volunteer work with organizations like the Rhode Island Special Olympics and his roles within various firefighters' unions. Finally, the resolution authorizes the Secretary of State to send certified copies of the text to Jones' surviving family members, including his mother, children, and siblings.
