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All 4,695 Active 17 In committee 4,120 Passed 537 Signed 74 Failed 10

in committee · Rhode Island · House Sep 24, 2026

HCONRES 120: Supporting the designation of the week of September 21 through September 25, 2026, as "National Falls Prevention Awareness Week" to raise awareness and encourage the prevention of falls among older adults.

This House concurrent resolution supports designating the week of September 21 through September 25, 2026, as National Falls Prevention Awareness Week to highlight fall risks among adults over age 65. The bill cites statistics showing that falls are a leading cause of injury and death in this demographic, resulting in significant medical costs for Medicare, Medicaid, and private payors. It recognizes the effectiveness of cost-effective prevention strategies such as exercise programs, medication management, and home hazard reduction. Additionally, the resolution encourages federal investments in these programs and acknowledges the collaborative efforts of government agencies, health care providers, and community organizations to reduce fall risks.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

Lois Frankel (D) · 24 co-sponsors

in committee · Rhode Island · Senate Sep 24, 2026

SRES 899: A resolution recognizing suicide as a serious public health problem and expressing support for the designation of September as "National Suicide Prevention Month".

This Senate resolution formally recognizes suicide as a serious public health issue in the United States and supports designating September as National Suicide Prevention Month. It cites data indicating that suicide is a leading cause of death for young adults and veterans, with rates rising significantly over the past two decades. The bill declares suicide prevention a national priority while acknowledging that different communities may require varied approaches to address the issue. Additionally, it urges increased access to mental health services and substance-use disorder treatments to help reduce stigma and improve support for at-risk individuals.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Veterans

in committee · Rhode Island · Senate Sep 24, 2026

S 5549: A bill to support educators.

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S5003-5004)

in committee · Rhode Island · Senate Sep 24, 2026

S 5546: A bill to provide women with increased access to preventive and life-saving cancer screening.

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.

in committee · Rhode Island · Senate Sep 24, 2026

S 5539: A bill to require group health plans and group or individual health insurance coverage to provide coverage for over-the-counter contraceptives.

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.

Patty Murray (D) · 31 co-sponsors

in committee · Rhode Island · Senate Sep 24, 2026

S 5532: A bill to restore protections for Social Security, Railroad retirement, and Black Lung benefits from administrative offset.

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.

in committee · Rhode Island · Senate Sep 24, 2026

S 5528: A bill to establish a process for expedited consideration of legislation relating to decisions by the Supreme Court of the United States.

Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

in committee · Rhode Island · Senate Sep 23, 2026

S 5491: A bill to prohibit the intimidation of election officials and election workers.

Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

in committee · Rhode Island · Senate Sep 23, 2026

S 5486: A bill to amend the African Growth and Opportunity Act to exclude from eligibility each sub-Saharan African country that does not effectively enforce its environmental laws and fulfill its international environmental obligations.

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.

in committee · Rhode Island · Senate Sep 23, 2026

S 5482: A bill to amend title 18, United States Code, to establish an Office of Prison Education, and for other purposes.

Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

in committee · Rhode Island · Senate Sep 23, 2026

S 5481: A bill to expand youth access to voting, and for other purposes.

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.

in committee · Rhode Island · Senate Sep 23, 2026

S 5476: A bill to impose sanctions with respect to foreign persons that have facilitated Israeli settlement construction in the E1 area of the West Bank.

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.