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 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 814 makes it a misdemeanor to knowingly file a false complaint about misconduct by law enforcement officers, public safety officials, or hospital staff. The bill penalizes individuals who submit false reports with up to one year in jail, a $500 fine, and mandatory restitution to the falsely accused person for damages. It specifically targets false reports filed with the intent that they be relied upon by authorities, covering both criminal reports and official misconduct complaints. The bill is currently in committee (held for further study after a March 2025 hearing) and would take effect upon passage.
Expands the definition of peace officers to include juvenile program workers and shift coordinators at the department of youth, children and families.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 882) congratulating high school students and schools that won Rhode Island's 2025 ProStart® competition. It specifically honors students from William M. Davies Jr. Career and Technical High School (Culinary and Foodservice teams) and Chariho Area Career & Technical Center (Hospitality & Tourism team), who will represent Rhode Island at the national competition. The resolution has no policy impact - it formally expresses Senate support and directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies to the winning schools.
Removes the requirement that the public utilities commission allocate five million dollars ($5,000,000) annually to the Rhode Island infrastructure bank for use with energy efficient programs.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 883) honoring the Rhode Island Food Policy Council (RIFPC) for its work since 2011. It recognizes the Council's efforts to address food insecurity, promote sustainable food systems, and foster collaboration among community groups, farmers, and government agencies. The resolution formally commends the RIFPC's staff and volunteers and directs the Secretary of State to share the resolution with state and federal leaders. As a symbolic gesture, it does not create new laws or funding.
This proposed amendment to the Constitution would provide the governor with a line item veto on the budget and other bills for the appropriation of money.
Proposes a state constitutional amendment that no department or other entity created by the state would have poser to incur debt in excess of $ 50,000, without express approval from the legislature and voters.
