Sen. Lou Raptakis

Primary SB 2694

Passed · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES - REGISTRATION FEES

Maddy summaryThis bill allows disabled veterans who meet specific injury or disability criteria to receive special "Disabled Veteran" license plates for their vehicles. It also permits these plates to be transferred to the veteran's spouse if the veteran can no longer drive, or issued directly to the spouse if the veteran is deceased. The law requires official certification from the Veterans' Administration to ensure eligibility before issuing or transferring the plates.

Passed May 15, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 2695

Passed · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES -- MANUFACTURING AND WHOLESALE LICENSES

Allows for the holder of a manufacturer's license to be able to sell one one-sixth (1/6) barrel key of malt beverage, produced on the premises, per day.

Passed May 15, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SR 3075

Passed · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

SENATE RESOLUTION CELEBRATING "NATIONAL HOSPITAL WEEK" ON MAY 12TH THROUGH MAY 18TH, 2024, IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution officially designates May 12 through May 18, 2024, as "National Hospital Week" in Rhode Island to honor the contributions of healthcare professionals and facilities. The measure aims to raise public awareness about the vital role hospitals play in the state's economy and community health, noting that local hospitals generate thousands of jobs and provide extensive medical services. It formally acknowledges the dedication of nurses, doctors, and staff who deliver essential care to residents. Additionally, the resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to the President of the Hospital Association of Rhode Island.

Passed May 14, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SR 3074

Passed · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

SENATE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING MAY OF 2024, TO BE "RHODE ISLAND PHARMACY ADVOCACY MONTH" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution officially designates May 2024 as "Rhode Island Pharmacy Advocacy Month" to honor the contributions of pharmacy professionals to public health. The bill encourages citizens, healthcare workers, and organizations to participate in events that highlight the vital role pharmacists play in medication therapy and patient care. It also directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies of the resolution to the Rhode Island Pharmacists Association and the state Board of Pharmacy.

Passed May 14, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 2839

Signed into law · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC PROPERTY AND WORKS -- PUBLIC BUILDINGS

Allows the department of administration to temporarily loan the state battle flags and markers to approved federal or state agencies under the condition that such loan is insured by bond against damage or loss.

Signed into law May 8, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Primary SB 2650

died · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO BEHAVIORAL HEALTHCARE, DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES AND HOSPITALS -- DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTHCARE, DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES AND HOSPITALS

Expands the deinstitutionalization subsidy aid program in the department of behavioral healthcare, developmental disabilities and hospitals to include adoptive parent(s) or siblings(s).

died May 7, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SR 3018

Passed · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

SENATE RESOLUTION CELEBRATING MAY 2, 2024, AS "RHODE ISLAND COLLEGE DAY" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

Passed May 2, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SR 3015

Passed · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

SENATE RESOLUTION COMMEMORATING AND RECOGNIZING MAY 2, 2024, AS "NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

Passed May 2, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SR 3016

Passed · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

SENATE RESOLUTION CELEBRATING RHODE ISLAND INDEPENDENCE DAY ON MAY 4, 2024

Passed May 2, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 2545

died · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- ENERGY FACILITY SITING ACT

Increases the membership of the energy facility siting board from 3 to 5 members and would revise the process of energy facility siting to mandate inclusion/participation of the host community of the facility as well as of the public and cities and towns.

died May 1, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track