Sen. Mark McKenney

Primary SR 3345

Passed · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

SENATE RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO MAKE A COMPREHENSIVE STUDY OF RHODE ISLAND'S MEDICAL MALPRACTICE IMPACT ON HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS AND HEALTH CARE COSTS IN RHODE ISLAND

Creates a 12 member special legislative commission whose purpose it would be to make a comprehensive study of RI medical malpractice lawsuits, claims, settlements, administrative filings and impact on medical malpractice insurance costs for providers.

Passed Jun 4, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 2457

Passed · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO FOOD AND DRUGS -- THE RHODE ISLAND KRATOM ACT

Maddy summarySB 2457, the Rhode Island Kratom Act, requires retailers to store all kratom products behind a locked case until sold, directly affecting businesses selling kratom. The bill prohibits sales to anyone under 21, mandating valid photo ID (like a driver's license or passport) to verify age at purchase. These rules take effect April 1, 2026, applying to all kratom product transactions in Rhode Island. The law focuses on physical storage and age verification as its core mechanisms.

Passed Jun 4, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 2054

Passed · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO COURTS AND CIVIL PROCEDURE -- PROCEDURE GENERALLY -- EVIDENCE

Provides that statements by a health care provider regarding the unanticipated outcome of a patient's medical care and treatment shall be inadmissible as evidence of an admission of liability or as evidence of an admission.

Passed Jun 4, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 2128

Passed · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO COURTS AND CIVIL PROCEDURE -- COURTS -- JUDICIAL SELECTION

Requires individuals seeking a judicial nomination to reapply to JNC every 3 years and make those individuals selected as finalists, eligible only for the court in which they applied and were chosen during the five years following their selection.

Passed Jun 4, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 2566

died · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- ASSISTED LIVING RESIDENCE LICENSING ACT

Limits the facility's ability to charge rent and fees for a maximum of seven (7) days or until removal of the personal property from the room, whichever occurs first. A violation would constitute a deceptive trade practice.

died Jun 2, 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 3088

Passed · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- EQUITABLE FUNDING FOR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER BAD DEBT

Establishes a procedure for a health insurer to reimburse a healthcare provider no less than sixty-five percent (65%) of each unpaid co-payment, co-insurance or deductible amount due, after reasonable collection efforts.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill requires insurers to reimburse providers for unpaid patient costs, improving provider financial stability and potentially increasing access to care.85% 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 3098

Passed · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO WATERS AND NAVIGATION -- ALCOHOL BOATING SAFETY ACT

Gives the Rhode Island traffic tribunal jurisdiction to hear first offense refusals to submit to a chemical test pursuant to the Alcohol Boating Safety Act.

TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances boating safety by clarifying jurisdiction for alcohol-related violations, strengthening transportation safety regulations.75% confidence

Passed May 29, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track