Provides that licensed independent clinical social workers be able to enroll and bill Medicaid directly for covered services provided to adults with Medicaid fee-for-service coverage.
Prohibits individuals from conveying items to or from the training school for youth without prior consent by the executive director of the division of youth development at the department of children, youth and families.
Maddy summarySB 362 exempts foster care youth in Rhode Island from paying tuition fees for driver education courses at the Community College of Rhode Island. The bill amends existing law to specifically include individuals receiving foster caregiving in foster and adoptive homes (as defined by state law) under a fee waiver program. This change directly affects foster youth aged 15+ seeking driver's education, removing a financial barrier to obtaining a driver's license. The provision applies to the standard 33-hour classroom driver education program offered through the college.
Maddy summarySB 915 eliminates the $25 fee (comprising a $20 service charge and $5 transfer fee) that Rhode Island National Guard members currently pay to obtain or renew special "National Guard" vehicle plates. It directly affects active and retired members of the Rhode Island Army and Air National Guard certified by the adjutant general. The bill does not change plate design, eligibility criteria, or emergency travel privileges for National Guard members. It would make these plates free for eligible members once enacted.
Maddy summarySB 587 would allow workers who are locked out by their employer during a labor dispute (such as when an employer refuses to bargain collectively) to receive unemployment benefits. It also permits benefits for workers on strike if they are not part of the union or group causing the dispute. The bill specifies that employers must offer to extend current wages and working conditions for up to three days before a lockout is considered valid, and excludes benefits if the lockout responds to a strike at another employer in a multi-employer bargaining group. This change directly affects workers involved in labor disputes and aims to provide financial support during workplace conflicts.
Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 933) commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Rhode Island State Police Department's founding. It designates April 2025 as "State Police Month" and April 2, 2025, as "State Police Day," directing the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to the Police Superintendent. The resolution has no policy impact or direct effect on residents or law enforcement operations - it is purely ceremonial recognition of the department's historical milestone.
Maddy summarySR 934 is a ceremonial resolution celebrating the 171st anniversary of the 1854 U.S.-Japan Treaty of Peace and Amity. It declares March 31, 2025 (the treaty’s signing date) as "Japan Day" in Rhode Island and directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies to state and federal officials. This resolution has no legal effect - it is purely symbolic recognition of historical ties between Rhode Island and Japan, including cultural exchanges and economic partnerships. It does not create new policies or affect any individuals or entities.
Provides that when 2 or more individuals associate to accomplish the crime of shoplifting, that they would be deemed to be associated for the particular purpose of shoplifting and be guilty of a felony.
Maddy summarySB 683 expands collaborative pharmacy practice by allowing non-physician healthcare providers (such as nurse practitioners or physician assistants) to enter into formal agreements with pharmacists to manage patient drug therapy. These agreements, which must be submitted to the board of pharmacy for record-keeping without requiring approval, will enable pharmacists and non-physician providers to jointly review medication regimens, adjust treatments, and perform limited clinical tests like blood glucose monitoring. The agreements must be reviewed and renewed annually, with significant changes requiring re-submission. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2025.
Extends certain protocols applicable to motor vehicle manufacturers to their distributors and factory branches, as well as updates warranty reimbursement and recall obligation policies.
