RI has a Homeless Bill of Rights. Why advocates say it needs an expansion.
As homelessness soars amid a housing crisis, a legislator proposes adding protections to the state's homeless bill of rights.
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State lawmakers advocate for Johnson's Pond residents amid waterfront property dispute
State lawmakers are standing up for residents living along troubled waters at Johnson's Pond in Coventry.
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New bill would protect recreational use of Johnson's Pond
State lawmakers are standing firm in their commitment to support Coventry residents living along Johnson's Pond.
Source: wpri.com
RI sexual assault convictions would have mandatory minimums with new bill
The bill would mandate a minimum of 10 years for 1st degree sexual assault and a minimum of 5 years for second degree sexual assault.
Source: providencejournal.com
House passes bill to train police for interactions with disabled people
PROVIDENCE – Lawmakers in the House passed a bill on Thursday that would require additional training for police officers in recognizing and interacting with people who have cognitive or communication-related
Source: ricentral.com
14-bill package designed to address R.I. housing crisis introduced in state House
Rhode Island House Speaker K. Shekarchi has introduced a legislative package to combat the housing crisis in Rhode Island.
Source: browndailyherald.com
RI vaccine mandates would be illegal with new bills
They refused COVID vaccinations, now they want legal protections, reinstatement to their jobs
Source: providencejournal.com
RI ACLU, others speak against anti-bullying bill. Here's why
Questions emerge over whether a new bill on bullying would really keep students safe.
Source: providencejournal.com
PVPHS receives legislative grant
The Pawtuxet Valley Preservation and Historical Society was recently awarded a $1,200 legislative grant from the Rhode Island House of Representatives, sponsored by Rep. Thomas Noret. The funds will be
Source: ricentral.com
Politicians want harsher DUI penalties
Nearly a year after a West Warwick student died following a collision with a drunk driver, three local lawmakers have once again introduced several pieces of legislation aimed at stiffening
Source: ricentral.com