Sen. Matt LaMountain

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the Rhode Island Cannabis Act to remove the requirement for the state's cannabis advisory board to maintain five specific subcommittees. The legislation directly affects the structure of the advisory board, which advises the state cannabis control commission on regulations, policies, and the distribution of social equity funds. By eliminating these subcommittees, the bill gives the board chair more flexibility to organize work as needed rather than being mandated to operate through these specific groups. The change does not alter the board's overall membership, responsibilities, or role in guiding the state's cannabis program.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution expresses condolences to the family of the late James M. Donelan, a former Rhode Island State Senator from Warwick. The bill honors his life and career, noting his service in the 15th District from 1990 to 2002 and his work on the Good Driving Statute. It directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies of the resolution to Donelan's family as a formal acknowledgment of the Senate's respect for his contributions to public service and his community.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors Miranda Marie Musumeci for being named Miss Ireland in the West Warwick St. Patrick's Day Parade 2026. The bill recognizes her contributions to Irish heritage and community service, highlighting her involvement in various school and community activities. It directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to Musumeci as formal acknowledgment of her achievement. This is a ceremonial measure that does not create new laws or policy changes.

Permits municipalities to enter into contracts with the department of transportation for the municipality to perform minor and routine maintenance work on state highways, roadways, and shoulders located within the municipality.

Amends sections of the Rhode Island cannabis act relating to the residency requirements for applicants for issuance of a license or certificate to own a cannabis establishment.

Amends the definition of "domestic violence" to include the coercive control of another resulting in a pattern of behavior that in purpose or effect unreasonably interferes with another person's free will or personal liberty.

Permits the court to determine the number of hours a person would have to complete of a batters intervention program and gives the court discretion as to whether that person would be personally financially responsible for the costs thereof.

Replaces the existing chapter on this subject by requiring school districts to organize concussion oversight teams, develop removal-from-play, return-to-play, and return-to-learn protocols, and develop a concussion brochure.

Maddy summarySB 2183 eliminates the registration and service charge fees for vehicles displaying National Guard license plates. This directly affects National Guard members who use these specialized plates for their personal vehicles. The bill's key provision is removing these specific fees from the state's vehicle registration system, simplifying the process for eligible National Guard members without altering other registration requirements.

Raises the gross weight of a vehicle eligible for reserve forces plates from 8,500 lbs. to 12,000 lbs. with US flag on the plates. Proof of honorable discharge to be provided to DMV.