Sen. Dominick Ruggerio

Maddy summarySR 759 is a symbolic Senate resolution designating March 2025 as "Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month" in Rhode Island. It does not create new laws or policies but formally recognizes the importance of colorectal cancer prevention and early detection through public awareness. The resolution cites state cancer statistics, emphasizes that early screening improves survival rates from 90% to 10% when undetected, and references Senator Maryellen Goodwin's advocacy work. It directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies to the American Cancer Society and a medical professional. This is a commemorative resolution, not a legislative mandate.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution expressing condolences for Marie T. Nesselbush, a longtime Steere House resident and beloved community member. The resolution formally conveys the Senate's deepest sympathy for her passing and directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to her daughter, Donna Nesselbush, and family. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, as it is purely a commemorative gesture honoring her life and legacy.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 163) expresses the Rhode Island Senate's deepest condolences to the family of Anthony V. Arico following his passing. It recognizes his 30-year career as Deputy Director of the Rhode Island Department of Business Regulation, his military service, and his decades of community and political involvement in Barrington. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to his widow, Joan G. Arico. As a symbolic gesture of respect, it has no policy provisions or direct impact on legislation.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 77), not a substantive bill. It formally congratulates Joseph B. Goho, Superintendent of the North Providence Public Schools Department, for being named "2025 Rhode Island Superintendent of the Year" by the Rhode Island Superintendents Association. The resolution expresses the Senate's recognition of his leadership, including securing $200 million in school construction bonds and improving student achievement. It directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to Mr. Goho. This resolution has no policy impact or funding provisions - it is purely a symbolic gesture of appreciation.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 5 is a ceremonial resolution extending condolences to the family of Walter J. Gray, a former Rhode Island State Senator and community leader, following his passing. It formally recognizes his 70-year marriage, journalism career, public service (including roles as press secretary, URI administrator, and South Kingstown Town Council member), and community contributions. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to his widow, Mary Gray, and family. This is a non-binding tribute with no policy changes or direct impact on laws or constituents.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution expressing condolences for Melvin L. Zurier, a Rhode Island resident and retired Air Force Reserve Colonel who served as a lawyer, public servant, and community leader. It formally honors his life, career, and family without creating any new laws or policies. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies to his family, including his son Senator Samuel D. Zurier. As a commemorative resolution, it has no legislative effect beyond expressing official sympathy.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors Ruth Ann "Diamond" Madsen, a Rhode Island advocate for unhoused residents who died in December 2024. It recognizes her volunteer work with organizations like the George Wiley Center and her efforts to provide shelter, supplies, and community support to unhoused neighbors. The resolution does not create new policies but formally commemorates her legacy for her family and community groups, including Mathewson Street United Methodist Church.

This resolution would amend the rules of the Senate relative to committees and would create a new committee on artificial intelligence and emerging technologies.

Maddy summaryThis is a memorial resolution (SR 6) expressing the Rhode Island Senate's condolences on the passing of former Senator James S. D'Ambra. It formally honors his 16-year service in the state Senate, his education career, and his community contributions, and directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies to his widow, Laureen D'Ambra, and his children. The resolution has no policy provisions or impact on laws or regulations - it is purely a symbolic gesture of respect for the deceased legislator and his family.

Authorizes the use of automated traffic violation monitoring systems for all traffic signal laws, including the "Don't Block the Box Statute" and allows for jurisdiction of the Don't Block the Box statute violations to be within a municipal court.