Sen. Lammis Vargas

Primary SR 3350

Passed · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

SENATE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING JUNE 4, 2026, TO BE "COX IMPACT DAY" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution officially designates June 4, 2026, as "Cox Impact Day" in Rhode Island to recognize Cox Communications for its charitable contributions. The bill highlights the company's history of funding STEM programs and community initiatives through Cox Charities, which has distributed over $11 million in grants to local organizations. It specifically acknowledges the 2026 recipients of these grants, including groups focused on youth education, mentorship, and environmental sustainability. The resolution serves as a formal expression of appreciation from the state legislature and does not alter any laws or policies.

Passed Jun 4, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 2638

Passed · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- IDENTITY THEFT PROTECTION ACT OF 2015

Amends the Identity Theft Protection Act by eliminating current definitions and establishing new definitions. This act also raises the penalty provisions for violations.

Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRaises penalties for identity theft violations, strengthening enforcement under criminal justice laws per bill's penalty provisions amendment.90% confidence TechnologySupports TechnologyStrengthening identity theft penalties directly enhances data privacy protections, a core aspect of technology policy as defined in the topic description.95% confidence

Passed Jun 4, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 2186

Passed · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- PARKING FACILITIES AND PRIVILEGES

Maddy summarySB 2186 allows individuals with disabilities to obtain up to two motor vehicle disability parking placards instead of the current limit of one. This directly affects people with disabilities who own multiple vehicles or require parking access for different vehicles. The bill amends existing law to increase the number of placards permitted per person, simplifying access to disability parking privileges. It does not change eligibility requirements or add new administrative processes. The bill was introduced in the Senate on January 16, 2026, and referred to committee.

TransportationSupports TransportationAmends vehicle parking regulations to improve accessibility for disabled individuals, directly supporting transportation accessibility under vehicle regulations.85% confidence

Passed Jun 4, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 2983

Passed · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- EXPUNGEMENT OF CRIMINAL RECORDS

Permits the expungement of records 5 years after the imposition of sentence for misdemeanors and 10 years after the imposition of sentence for felonies, and if the sentence is greater than 10 years, then, upon successful completion of the sentence.

Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill permits expungement of criminal records after sentence completion, promoting rehabilitation and reducing recidivism through criminal justice reform.90% confidence

Passed May 29, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 2964

Passed · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- EXPUNGEMENT OF CRIMINAL RECORDS

Makes persons convicted of petty misdemeanors and convicted of simple possession of controlled substances, eligible to have their records expunged three years after completion of their sentence.

Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill expands expungement eligibility for petty misdemeanors and drug possession, promoting criminal justice reform and reducing barriers to reintegration.90% confidence

Passed May 29, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 2890

Passed · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE POLICIES

Mandates health insurance coverage for medically necessary hormonal/non-hormonal therapy to treat symptoms of peri-menopause/menopause, if therapy is recommended by qualified healthcare provider licensed in RI and has proven safe and effective.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates insurance coverage for medically necessary menopausal therapy, expanding health benefits and improving patient access to treatment.95% confidence

Passed May 29, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 2853

Passed · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- LICENSING OF HEALTHCARE FACILITIES

Requires hospital emergency rooms and free-standing emergency care facilities to offer and provide pregnancy prevention medication to victims of sexual assault.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates emergency facilities provide pregnancy prevention medication to sexual assault victims, expanding access to critical healthcare services and protecting patient rights.90% confidence

Passed May 29, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 3011

Passed · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- POST-SECONDARY STUDENT HEALTH INSURANCE PLAN ACT

Prohibits public and private colleges and universities from charging students for institution provided health insurance in the absence of affirmative action by the student opting-in to coverage.

EducationSupports EducationBill reduces financial burden on students by making health insurance optional, improving access to higher education and reducing costs for post-secondary education.85% confidence

Passed May 29, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 2254

Passed · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE POLICIES

Requires every individual or group health insurance contract effective on or after January 1, 2027, to provide coverage to the insured and the insured's spouse and dependents for all FDA-approved contraceptive drugs, devices and other products.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates insurance coverage for FDA-approved contraceptives, expanding access to reproductive healthcare services.95% confidence

Passed May 29, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 2085

died · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- THE RHODE ISLAND WORKS PROGRAM

Eliminates the sunset on the provision of funding, modify eligibility requirement to 85% of state median income and expand funding to at least 20 hours per week.

Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExpands funding to 20+ hours/week and lowers income eligibility to 85% median, strengthening employment program access and support.90% confidence

died May 28, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track