Rhode Island 2026 Regular Session

Rhode Island House Bill H7624

Introduced
2/11/26  

Caption

RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- ASSISTED LIVING RESIDENCE LICENSING, ACT

Impact

If enacted, H7624 will amend Chapter 31-3 of the General Laws regarding the registration of vehicles. The bill outlines that the issuance of the special plates will come with an additional surcharge of $40, which will be split between the state's general fund and the Hockey Hall of Fame. This represents an innovative approach to generate funds that could ultimately contribute to the promotion and preservation of hockey culture in Rhode Island, demonstrating a potential model for future similar initiatives supporting local sports or cultural events.

Summary

House Bill H7624 aims to create a special motor vehicle registration plate for the Rhode Island Hockey Hall of Fame. This initiative seeks to promote the not-for-profit entity while providing residents with a unique way to express their support for local hockey activities in the state. The bill stipulates that the Rhode Island Hockey Hall of Fame work in collaboration with the division of motor vehicles to design the plates, ensuring they reflect the spirit of the organization while adhering to state guidelines.

Contention

While the bill appears to have straightforward intentions, potential points of contention could arise regarding the allocation of the surcharge funds. The Hockey Hall of Fame is required to ensure that any funds sourced from this initiative benefit Rhode Island-based charitable organizations. Discussions may center around the practicalities of distributing these funds effectively and transparently, ensuring that the community sees a genuine return on investment while supporting local initiatives.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

RI S0547

Allows school bus drivers in Massachusetts and Connecticut who have a valid CDL license in good standing be exempt from the licensing requirements in Rhode Island to transport school children.

RI H6289

Raises the per diem rate by thirteen percent (13%) for Medicaid reimbursement for Tier C services provide by assisted living residence beginning January 1, 2026.

RI H5169

Establishes, encourages and supports the establishment of family councils and resident councils in managed residential communities providing assisted living services.

RI S0484

Establishes, encourages and supports the establishment of family councils and resident councils in managed residential communities providing assisted living services.

RI S1061

Allows for a special RI license plate to raise awareness for colon cancer. The plate would be designed by the partnership to reduce cancer in RI. The fees for the plate would be divided equally between the general fund and the partnership not-for-profit.

RI H5376

Allows for a special RI license plate to raise awareness for colon cancer. The plate would be designed by the partnership to reduce cancer in RI. The fees for the plate would be divided equally between the general fund and the partnership not-for-profit.

RI S0432

Exempts from the sales tax firearm safety equipment, storage devices, gun safes, gun cabinets, gun vaults, gun cases, strong boxes, cable locks, trigger locks and biometric locks.

RI H6014

Exempts from the sales tax firearm safety equipment, storage devices, gun safes, gun cabinets, gun vaults, gun cases, strong boxes, cable locks, trigger locks and biometric locks.

RI H5048

Creates special motor vehicle registration plates for vehicles based on the not-for-profit entity Rhode Island Fire Chiefs Honor Flight Hub.

RI S0074

Creates a special license plate for the Blackstone Valley Tourism Council, Inc. that would support the Blackstone River Valley Environmental Clean-up and Education Fund.

Similar Bills

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