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Authorizes the automatic expungement of eligible conviction records by operation of law, initiated and completed by state agencies through electronic processes established within the judicial system.
This bill would create a system in Rhode Island where certain criminal conviction records are automatically erased — or "expunged" — without requiring the person to file any paperwork or go to court.
Establishes the criminal offense of real estate title fraud. Allows municipalities to refuse to record “suspicious documents” from persons who are not trusted submitters. Also creates penalties for real estate title fraud.
This bill creates a new crime in Rhode Island called "real estate title fraud.
Allows a brewery to sell, deliver, and distribute its own malt beverages directly to retailers without using a wholesaler. The holder of a license for a brewery may also have 1 additional location for the retail sale of alcohol.
This bill would change Rhode Island's alcohol distribution rules to give licensed breweries more freedom in how they sell their products.
Authorizes the use of campaign funds for security related expenses, including home and office security systems and ongoing monitoring, in response to threats arising from their public service or candidacy.
This bill, called the "Safeguarding Election Candidates Using Reasonable Expenditures Act," would allow political candidates and officeholders in Rhode Island to use money raised through their campaign funds to pay for personal and office security.
Provides a definition for antisemitism to be used by state agencies to evaluate whether discrimination is present.
This Rhode Island bill establishes an official definition of antisemitism that state agencies must use when determining whether discrimination has taken place.
Increases the fees charged for filings and writs of execution in the district court, superior court and family court.
This bill would raise the fees that people pay when they file legal paperwork in Rhode Island's district court, superior court, and family court.
Changes the teacher and state employees' retirement benefit calculations' cutoff date from July 1, 2024, to July 1, 2009, for all retirement members eligible to and who retire on or after the new July 1, 2009, cutoff date.
This bill would change how retirement benefits are calculated for Rhode Island public school teachers and state employees.
Establishes the medical primary care scholarship program to be administered by the commissioner of postsecondary education.
This bill would create a new scholarship program in Rhode Island specifically designed to help students pursuing careers in primary care medicine.
Names the India Point Park Overpass pedestrian bridge as the "Joseph M. Lima Overpass" to honor the former Deputy Majority Leader's legislative achievements and his lifelong dedication to the Portuguese-American community.
This bill would officially rename a pedestrian bridge in Rhode Island in honor of a former state lawmaker.
Defines catastrophic loss and requirements for suspension of payments.
This bill would add new protections to Rhode Island's existing Residential Solar Energy Disclosure and Homeowners Bill of Rights Act.
Sunsets/discontinues the Jobs Development Act rate reduction as of July 1, 2026.
This bill would end a special tax rate reduction that certain Rhode Island businesses currently receive under a program called the Jobs Development Act (JDA).
Amends the Identity Theft Protection Act by eliminating current definitions and establishing new definitions. This act also raises the penalty provisions for violations.
This bill proposes changes to Rhode Island's Identity Theft Protection Act of 2015, which is the state law designed to protect people from having their personal information stolen or misused.
Requires radon testing within one year of any residential real estate transaction and the installation of a radon mitigation system if unsafe radon levels are present, at the seller's expense.
This bill would require that all homes involved in a residential real estate sale be tested for radon gas within one year of the transaction closing.
Strengthens consumer protections in insurance claims by expanding definitions of unfair claims settlement practices and clarifies an insured’s right to pursue bad-faith remedies.
This bill strengthens the rights of Rhode Island residents when dealing with insurance companies over claims.
Provides that roads located within the Quonset Business Park be under the control of the Quonset Development Corporation.
This bill would transfer control of the roads located inside the Quonset Business Park in North Kingstown, Rhode Island from the state to the Quonset Development Corporation (QDC), the quasi-public agency that already manages and operates the business park.
Amends Rhode Island's standard fire insurance policy by codifying uniform, transparent appraisal procedures and payment obligations that reflect contemporary claim-handling practices while preserving long-standing consumer protections.
This bill proposes updates to Rhode Island's standard fire insurance policy rules, focusing on two main areas: how disputes over insurance claims are resolved (called "appraisal procedures") and how and when insurance companies must pay out claims.
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.
This bill would create optional pilot programs in Rhode Island cities and towns focused on managing rodent populations using an approach called "integrated pest management" (IPM).
Establishes provisions for student and teacher classroom safety and provides the authority to remove students from classrooms. This act provides for student and educator protections from said removals.
This Rhode Island bill establishes rules around classroom safety for both students and teachers.
Requires that student mentors in public schools be certified support educators, ensuring mentors have professional training, established student relationships, and access to skills and information needed to support student success.
This bill, known as the Education Mentorship Program Act, would set new requirements for people who serve as student mentors in Rhode Island's public schools.
Broadens the definition of "teacher" and create a comprehensive bill of rights for school teachers.
This bill would expand who counts as a "teacher" under Rhode Island law and establish a formal set of rights specifically for school teachers.
Sets conditions for pharmacists to prescribe tobacco cessation drug therapies, including education approved by the state board of pharmacy.
This bill would allow pharmacists in Rhode Island to prescribe medications that help people quit smoking or using other tobacco products — something that currently only doctors and other licensed prescribers can do.
Requires health insurance providers to provide insurance coverage for pharmacists’ services.
This bill would require health insurance companies in Rhode Island to cover services provided by pharmacists — not just the medications pharmacists dispense, but the professional services they perform.
Mandates insurance coverage for scalp cooling treatments for cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy to prevent hair loss during chemotherapy treatments.
This bill would require health insurance companies in Rhode Island to cover scalp cooling treatments for cancer patients who are undergoing chemotherapy.
Requires all major hospitals within the state constructed or substantially renovated or expanded on or after 1/1/2028 to use renewable energy sources for power.
This bill would require all major hospitals in Rhode Island to use renewable energy sources — such as solar, wind, or other clean energy — to power their facilities, but only if those hospitals are newly built, substantially renovated, or significantly expanded starting January 1, 2028.