Prohibits handcuffing children twelve (12) or under at initial police contact unless needed for public safety or if the child is using or threatening physical force against an officer.
Requires any remaining funds in the enacted budget from the RI promise scholarship program or the RI hope scholarship program, after Rhode Island college has satisfied all eligible scholarships to be reimbursed to onward we learn.
Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution designates May 2026 as "National Speech-Language-Hearing Month" throughout Rhode Island to raise awareness about communication disorders affecting millions of Americans. The bill encourages state agencies, including the Departments of Human Services and Elementary and Secondary Education, to organize events and screenings that highlight the importance of hearing and speech health. It also directs the Secretary of State to send copies of the resolution to relevant department heads and the Rhode Island Speech-Language-Hearing Association to facilitate participation in the campaign.
Requests that the Supreme Court provide a written opinion on matters related to Senate bill 2026-S 2616 relating to Courts and Civil Procedure -- Procedure Generally -- Causes of Action.
Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the Rhode Island Medical Society for organizing the 2026 State House Advocacy Day event. It formally recognizes the physicians who participated in the gathering for their work in patient care and healthcare policy advocacy. The bill directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to the medical society as an official acknowledgment of their contributions.
Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution congratulates RIPIN, a Rhode Island nonprofit, on its 35th anniversary and recognizes its 35 years of supporting families with children who have special needs. The bill highlights how RIPIN provides peer-to-peer guidance, advocacy, and resources to help individuals navigate healthcare, special education, and aging services. By acknowledging RIPIN's role as a federally designated center, the resolution formally commends the organization's leadership and staff for their ongoing contributions to the state's safety net. Ultimately, this legislative action serves as a formal expression of appreciation rather than enacting new laws or policies.
Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution officially designates May 10 through May 16, 2026, as "National Hospital Week" in Rhode Island to honor the state's hospitals and healthcare workers. The measure acknowledges the vital role these institutions play in providing essential services, supporting the local economy, and employing thousands of residents. It directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to the President of the Hospital Association of Rhode Island, recognizing the group's leadership in the field.
Maddy summarySB 2446 adds probation and parole officers to the list of state law enforcement professionals eligible for retirement benefits under Rhode Island's retirement system. This change, effective January 1, 2027, ensures these officers receive the same retirement benefits as existing groups like deputy sheriffs and firefighters. The bill amends specific retirement statutes to include probation and parole officers in the defined category of eligible employees. Service credits earned before 2027 will follow the retirement rules in place before the change.
Gives teachers who takes an unpaid parental or medical leave during the year credit for a year of service for that school year if they served a minimum of 135 days.
Changes the teacher and state employees' retirement benefit calculations' cutoff date from July 1, 2024, to July 1, 2009, for all retirement members eligible to and who retire on or after the new July 1, 2009, cutoff date.
