Creates a new registration plate for qualified individuals to possess an "adaptive vehicle license plate" to accommodate the transportation needs of an individual with a significant mobility impairment.
Maddy summarySB 2199 clarifies that any change to an insurance producer's compensation is considered a "contract modification" under Rhode Island's Producer Licensing Act. This requires insurance companies to provide 180 days' written notice before altering payment terms for producers who place business with multiple insurers. The bill directly affects independent insurance producers working with multiple companies, ensuring they receive advance notice before compensation changes take effect. It also mandates continued policy renewals at prior rates during a 14-month transition period if a company cancels a producer's contract. The law takes effect upon passage.
Requires a direct-to-consumer genetic testing company, as defined, to provide a consumer with certain information regarding the company’s policies and procedures regarding use of genetic data.
Maddy summarySB 2185 creates a special license plate for vehicle owners to support the nonprofit charity Real Access Motivates Progress (a 501(c)(3) organization). The bill directly affects drivers who choose to purchase this plate instead of standard registration. It authorizes the state to issue the plate with the charity's name, allowing owners to contribute to the nonprofit through their vehicle registration fees.
Maddy summaryThis bill establishes the Rhode Island Invasive Plant Management Act to ban the importation, sale, and distribution of non-native terrestrial and freshwater invasive plants within the state. The law requires the state director to create a specific list of prohibited species and issue detailed rules before the ban takes effect on January 1, 2027. Individuals who violate these restrictions by importing or selling these plants could face a fine of up to $500. The legislation aims to protect local ecosystems by preventing the introduction of foreign plant species that could disrupt native environments.
Creates rodent integrated pest management pilot programs for municipalities that choose to participate. Reports to be approved by the municipality's mayor or administrator and submitted to the department of environmental management.
Provides that no train or light engine used in connection with the movement of freight be operated unless it had a crew consisting of at least 2 persons and includes the imposition of fines upon a company, individual or business for violations.
Bars the council from granting approval to create or expand a charter school beginning operations in 26-27 school year and bars the state from approving or appropriating funds to a new charter school not approved before July 1, 2025.
Ensures that more developmentally disabled adults can self-direct the care they need and want, by incorporating collective bargaining rights into the self-directed supports program.
Requires employers to provide each employee of a warehouse distribution center, upon hire, with written description of quotas applicable to the employee within defined time periods and adverse employment action for failure to meet the quota.
