Rhode Island 2022 Regular Session

Rhode Island House Bill H7210

Introduced
1/26/22  

Caption

House Resolution Creating A Special Legislative Commission To Study And Review The Impact Of Existing Rules And Regulations On The Creation Of New Businesses, And Provide Recommendations To Revise Laws In Order To Eliminate Barriers (creates A 17 Member Commission To Study The Impact Of Rules And Regulations On New Businesses, And Make Recommendations That Would Eliminate Barriers, And Who Would Report Back By January 4, 2023, And Expire On March 4, 2023.)

Impact

The resolution creates a commission consisting of 17 members, including representatives from various sectors such as business regulation, commerce, and social enterprise. This diverse membership is intended to bring a wide range of perspectives on the regulatory landscape, ensuring comprehensive analysis and recommendations. The commission aims to assess existing policies, analyze the state's innovation ecosystem, and explore methods to enhance business support through improved procurement processes and targeted data collection.

Summary

House Bill 7210 is a resolution that establishes a special legislative commission aimed at studying and reviewing the impact of existing laws and regulations on the creation of new businesses in Rhode Island. This initiative stems from a recognition of the potential for Rhode Island to enhance its entrepreneurial environment, especially in light of a surge in remote work opportunities. The commission's primary goal is to identify and eliminate barriers that may hinder business development, thereby promoting economic growth and innovation within the state.

Conclusion

Ultimately, H7210 positions Rhode Island to better capitalize on emerging economic opportunities through targeted legislative action. By conducting a thorough analysis of regulatory impacts and implementing necessary changes, the state could not only attract new businesses but also foster a more resilient and inclusive economic landscape.

Contention

While the bill has garnered support for its forward-looking approach to economic development, it may encounter challenges related to the implementation of recommendations derived from the commission's findings. Some stakeholders may be concerned about the potential displacement of existing regulations meant to protect certain sectors or communities. There may also be debate about the effectiveness of the commission in representing the needs of all Rhode Island businesses, particularly small enterprises that could be disproportionately affected by state-level changes.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

RI H6427

HOUSE RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY AND PROVIDE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE CREATION OF A STATEWIDE WHOLE-HOME REPAIRS PROGRAM (Creates 10-member commission to study and provide recommendations for the creation of a statewide whole-home repairs program, and who would report back to the Speaker of the House by January 5, 2026, and would expire on March 5, 2026.)

RI H5970

JOINT RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY AND PROVIDE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE CREATION OF A STATEWIDE WHOLE-HOME REPAIRS PROGRAM (Creates 12-member commission to study and provide recommendations for the creation of a statewide whole-home repairs program, and who would report back to the General Assembly by January 5, 2026, and would expire on March 5, 2026.)

RI H8349

HOUSE RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY AND PROVIDE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR AMENDING RHODE ISLAND GENERAL LAW § 44-3-3 (Creates a 7-member commission to study and provide recommendations for amending RI General Law §44-3-3, and who would report back to the General Assembly by January 5, 2027, and would expire on March 5, 2027.)

RI H7367

HOUSE RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY AND PROVIDE RECOMMENDATIONS TO REDUCE THE FORTY-HOUR WORKWEEK TO A THIRTY-TWO-HOUR WORKWEEK (Creates a 9-member commission to study and provide recommendations to reduce the forty-hour workweek to a thirty-two-hour workweek, and would report back to the House by March 15, 2027, and would expire on June 15, 2027.)

RI H8244

HOUSE RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY THE DISPARATE IMPACT OF DISCIPLINARY POLICIES ON STUDENTS (Creates an 12-member commission to study the impact on family and school performance in relation to current disciplinary policies in public schools, and would report back by November 17, 2027, and would expire on February 17, 2028.)

RI H5131

HOUSE RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY AND PROVIDE RECOMMENDATIONS TO ADDRESS CONCERNS IN THE DELIVERY OF HEALTHCARE TO INMATES AND INDIVIDUALS AWAITING TRIAL IN THE CUSTODY OF THE RHODE ISLAND DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS (RIDOC) (Creates a 9 member commission to study and make recommendations on the delivery of healthcare services at RIDOC, and who reports back to the House no later than January 5, 2026, and whose life would expire on March 5, 2026.)

RI H7216

HOUSE RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY AND PROVIDE RECOMMENDATIONS TO ADDRESS CONCERNS IN THE DELIVERY OF HEALTHCARE TO INMATES AND INDIVIDUALS AWAITING TRIAL IN THE CUSTODY OF THE RHODE ISLAND DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS (RIDOC) (Creates a 9 member commission to study and make recommendations on the delivery of healthcare services at RIDOC, and who reports back to the House no later than January 5, 2027, and whose life would expire on March 5, 2027.)

RI H5847

HOUSE RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY AND PROVIDE FINDINGS AND POTENTIAL SOLUTIONS TO ADDRESS THE FLOODING OF THE PAWTUXET RIVER (Creates an 11-member commission to study and provide recommendations and potential solutions to address the flooding of the Pawtuxet River, and who would report back by March 2, 2026, and would expire on June 2, 2026.)

RI S2120

JOINT RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY SAFE STAFFING RATIOS IN HOSPITALS (Creates a 15 member commission to study and provide recommendations for safe staffing ratios in hospitals, who would report back to the General Assembly by March 31, 2027, and would expire on June 30, 2027.)

RI H7974

JOINT RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY AND PROVIDE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE CREATION OF A STATEWIDE TEACHER HEALTHCARE PLAN (Creates an 11-member commission to study and make recommendations on a statewide teacher healthcare plan, and would report quarterly as of September 1, 2026, and submit a final report by September 1, 2027, and expires on December 31, 2027.)

Similar Bills

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