Forced Workplace Culture  |  S0821

S821 would allow employees to sue if they face psychological damage in the workplace. The employer would be required to provide a workplace that doesn’t have any such cases.

The Rhode Island Senate passed S821 on June 8, 2023, by a vote of 28 to 3. We have assigned pluses to the nays because this bill is overly broad and can be used to force transgender policy into the workplace. Government should not intervene in businesses by forcing them to prevent loosely defined “psychological abuse.”

Reducing Penalties for Illegal Aliens  |  S0685

S685 lowers the maximum penalty for misdemeanors from 365 days to 364 days, so that illegal immigrants do not have to be reported to Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

The Rhode Island Senate passed S685 on March 28, 2023, by a vote of 37 to 0. We have assigned pluses to the nays as this bill would ensure that illegal immigrants would not be deported if they were to commit most crimes in the state of Rhode Island. Any crime committed by an illegal immigrant carrying a maximum penalty of 365 days would result in a report being sent to ICE, and so this bill makes that impossible.

Tax Credits for Theater  |  S0464

S464 adds more opportunities for musicals and productions touring the state of Rhode Island to receive tax credits. It additionally extends the sunset date to July 1, 2027.

The Rhode Island Senate passed S464 on June 15, 2023, by a vote of 35 to 0. We have assigned pluses to the nays because government should not intervene in the marketplace by selectively granting tax incentives to specific industries. Furthermore, providing tax credits to the theater industry is not appropriate because it largely supports woke Marxist ideology. Taxpayers should not be financially responsible for supporting productions that are associated with leftists. Furthermore, government should not intervene in the marketplace by selectively granting tax incentives to specific industries.

Tax Credits for Theater  |  S0464

S464 adds more opportunities for musicals and productions touring the state of Rhode Island to receive tax credits. It additionally extends the sunset date to July 1, 2027.

The Rhode Island House passed S464 on June 14, 2023, by a vote of 62 to 9. We have assigned pluses to the nays because government should not intervene in the marketplace by selectively granting tax incentives to specific industries. Furthermore, providing tax credits to the theater industry is not appropriate because it largely supports woke Marxist ideology. Taxpayers should not be financially responsible for supporting productions that are associated with leftists. Furthermore, government should not intervene in the marketplace by selectively granting tax incentives to specific industries.

Loose Adoption Laws  |  S0121

S121 reduces requirements for adoption in the state of Rhode Island, would enforce same-sex “parentage” by, among other things, removing traditional family references in state law.

The Rhode Island House passed S121 on June 8, 2023, by a vote of 65 to 6. We have assigned minuses to the yeas because marriage and the family are institutions of self-government ordained by God that form the foundation of any civil society. This bill is written to allow LGBT adoption to be easier, and removes restrictions put in place for safety in the name of equality.

Mandatory Minimum Wage  |  H5371

H5371 expands the number of occupations that qualify for minimum wage.

The Rhode Island House passed H5371 on May 4, 2023, by a vote of 56 to 12. We have assigned pluses to the nays because minimum wage laws are anti-constitutional acts of government-imposed theft that violate the right to freedom of contract between employers and employees. They go against free-market principles and disparage the principles of both the 5th and 14th Amendments of the U.S. Constitution, which were intended to protect “private property” and guarantee “equal protection of the laws” for all Americans.

IDs for Illegal Immigrants  |  S0129

S129 makes applicants without “proof of lawful presence” eligible for a Rhode Island driver’s license and requires that these IDs  “shall not be used as a basis for a criminal investigation, arrest, or detention.”

The Rhode Island House passed S129 on June 14, 2023, by a vote of 59 to 14. We have assigned pluses to the nays because persons unlawfully present in the United States ought not to be permitted sanctuary or residency in Rhode Island, let alone be considered eligible for a state-issued form of identification or licensure. According to Article 1, Section 8, of the U.S. Constitution, Congress has the authority to establish a uniform rule of naturalization. Rather than pursue unconstitutional “sanctuary policy,” states should use their powers reserved under the 10^th Amendment to address the crisis of illegal immigration and provide for their own public safety. 

IDs for Illegal Immigrants  |  S0129

S129 makes applicants without “proof of lawful presence” eligible for a Rhode Island driver’s license and requires that these IDs  “shall not be used as a basis for a criminal investigation, arrest, or detention.”

The Rhode Island Senate passed S129 on June 15, 2023, by a vote of 59 to 14. We have assigned pluses to the nays because persons unlawfully present in the United States ought not to be permitted sanctuary or residency in Rhode Island, let alone be considered eligible for a state-issued form of identification or licensure. According to Article 1, Section 8, of the U.S. Constitution, Congress has the authority to establish a uniform rule of naturalization. Rather than pursue unconstitutional “sanctuary policy,” states should use their powers reserved under the 10^th Amendment to address the crisis of illegal immigration and provide for their own public safety. 

Mandatory Abortion Coverage  |  H5006

H5006 would require insurance companies to provide abortion coverage to residents of Rhode Island.

The Rhode Island Senate passed H5006 on May 18, 2023, by a vote of 24 to 12. We have assigned minuses to the ayes because no insurer should ever be compelled to cover the practice of abortion. On the contrary, violating a child’s right to life and limb through the grotesque practice of abortion—should be considered illegal in Rhode Island and be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. 

Mandatory Abortion Coverage  |  H5006

H5006 would require insurance companies to provide abortion coverage to residents of Rhode Island.

The Rhode Island House passed H5006 on April 27, 2023, by a vote of 49 to 24. We have assigned minuses to the yeas because no insurer should ever be compelled to cover the practice of abortion. On the contrary, violating a child’s right to life and limb through the grotesque practice of abortion should be considered illegal in Rhode Island and be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. 

Mandatory EV Chargers  |  S0988

S988 sets standards that force businesses to put electric vehicle chargers into parking lots if they expand old lots or create new ones.

The Rhode Island House passed S988 on June 15, 2023, by a vote of 49 to 12. We have assigned pluses to the nays because this expands government by pushing for interventions infringing on individual freedoms and economic liberties. Tax dollars should not go toward complying with any aspect of the UN’s Agenda 2030, as it is not constitutional. Additionally, this legislation creates more government interference in the free-market economy and advances the Marxist climate change agenda. Businesses should have the freedom to conduct business without the government meddling in their affairs by setting unrealistic and costly regulations.

Mandatory EV Chargers  |  S0988

S988 sets standards that force businesses to put electric vehicle chargers into parking lots if they expand old lots or create new ones.

The Rhode Island Senate passed S988 on June 16, 2023, by a vote of 28 to 5. We have assigned pluses to the nays because this expands government by pushing for interventions infringing on individual freedoms and economic liberties. Tax dollars should not go toward complying with any aspect of the UN’s Agenda 2030, as it is not constitutional. Additionally, this legislation creates more government interference in the free-market economy and advances the Marxist climate change agenda. Businesses should have the freedom to conduct business without the government meddling in their affairs by setting unrealistic and costly regulations.

“Driver Privilege Cards” for Illegal Aliens  |  H7939

H7939 allows the division of motor vehicles to issue “driver privilege cards and permits” to applicants “unable to establish legal presence in the United States.”

The Senate passed H7939 on June 23, 2022, by a vote of 28 to 10. We have assigned pluses to the nays because persons unlawfully present in the United States ought not to be permitted sanctuary or residency in Rhode Island, let alone be considered eligible for a state-issued form of identification or permit. According to Article 1, Section 8, of the U.S. Constitution, Congress has the authority to establish a uniform rule of naturalization. Rather than pursue unconstitutional “sanctuary policy,” states should use their powers reserved under the 10^th Amendment to address the crisis of illegal immigration and provide for their own public safety. 

“Driver Privilege Cards” for Illegal Aliens  |  H7939

H7939 allows the division of motor vehicles to issue “driver privilege cards and permits” to applicants “unable to establish legal presence in the United States.”

The House passed H7939 on June 22, 2022, by a vote of 55 to 15. We have assigned pluses to the nays because persons unlawfully present in the United States ought not to be permitted sanctuary or residency in Rhode Island, let alone be considered eligible for a state-issued form of identification or permit. According to Article 1, Section 8, of the U.S. Constitution, Congress has the authority to establish a uniform rule of naturalization. Rather than pursue unconstitutional “sanctuary policy,” states should use their powers reserved under the 10^th Amendment to address the crisis of illegal immigration and provide for their own public safety. 

Restricting Firearms Purchases to Ages 21+  |  H7457

H7457 restricts the lawful sale of firearms or ammunition to persons 21 years of age or older, with the exemption of full-time law enforcement, state marshals, and members of the U.S. military.

The Senate passed H7457 on June 14, 2022, by a vote of 31 to 5. We have assigned pluses to the nays because the 2nd Amendment of the U.S. Constitution guarantees that the fundamental right of the American people to keep and bear arms “shall not be infringed,” regardless of an adult citizen’s age.  

Expanding Government Wiretapping  |  S2706

S2706 grants the state’s attorney general the ability to apply ex parte to a court for an order authorizing the “interception of any wire, electronic, or oral communications” based on alleged felony violations of the Uniform Act on Prevention for Human Trafficking.  

The Senate passed S2706 on April 26, 2022, by a vote of 35 to 0. We have assigned minuses to the yeas because this bill expands the government’s ability to conduct unconstitutional “secret searches” of American citizens without providing them notice of lawful authority or purpose. It undermines the rights of the people guaranteed specifically by the 4^th, 5^th, and 6^th Amendments to the U.S. Constitution.  

Expanding Government Wiretapping  |  S2706

S2706 grants the state’s attorney general the ability to apply ex parte to a court for an order authorizing the “interception of any wire, electronic, or oral communications” based on alleged felony violations of the Uniform Act on Prevention for Human Trafficking.  

The House passed S2706 on May 31, 2022, by a vote of 66 to 0. We have assigned minuses to the yeas because this bill expands the government’s ability to conduct unconstitutional “secret searches” of American citizens without providing them notice of lawful authority or purpose. It undermines the rights of the people guaranteed specifically by the 4^th, 5^th, and 6^th Amendments to the U.S. Constitution.  

Permanent Early, Mail-In Voting  |  S2007

S2007 permits early voting by mail without an excuse, removes the requirement that mail ballots be signed by a notary public or two witnesses, and directs every municipality to maintain at least one ballot drop box.

The Senate passed S2007 on April 26, 2022, by a vote of 29 to 6. We have assigned pluses to the nays because permanent early, vote-by-mail schemes enable electoral fraud, which disenfranchises eligible voters. States should instead exercise their authority, under Article 1, Section 4, of the U.S. Constitution, to implement free, fair, and secure elections, providing equal protection of the right of American citizens to vote.

Permanent Early, Mail-In Voting  |  S2007

S2007 permits early voting by mail without an excuse, removes the requirement that mail ballots be signed by a notary public or two witnesses, and directs every municipality to maintain at least one ballot drop box.

The House passed S2007 on May 25, 2022, by a vote of 55 to 10. We have assigned pluses to the nays because permanent early, vote-by-mail schemes enable electoral fraud, which disenfranchises eligible voters. States should instead exercise their authority, under Article 1, Section 4, of the U.S. Constitution, to implement free, fair, and secure elections, providing equal protection of the right of American citizens to vote.

United Nations Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons  |  S2423

S2423 urges the federal government to sign and ratify the U.N. Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons.

The Senate passed S2423 on May 3, 2022, by a vote of 32 to 4. We have assigned pluses to the nays because this resolution seeks to disarm the United States, which violates the federal government’s constitutional purpose to provide for the common defense of the American people. Further, the U.S. should rescind its membership in the United Nations, whose founding Charter erodes American national sovereignty by establishing a framework for expansive global governance towards a one-world state.

Gun-Free School Zones  |  S0073

S0073 prohibits the possession of firearms on school grounds, except for peace officers, retired law enforcement officers, persons under contract to provide school security services, and unloaded firearms in locked containers or a locked rack in a motor vehicle.

The House passed S0073 on July 1, 2021, by a vote of 67 to 1. We have assigned minuses to the yeas because the 2nd Amendment of the U.S. Constitution guarantees that the fundamental right of the American people to keep and bear arms “shall not be infringed.” Government has a duty to secure the individual and unalienable right to self-defense on behalf of school students, faculty, and staff.

Forced Minimum Wage Increases  |  H5130

H5130 increases the minimum wage from $11.50 per hour to $15.00 per hour, over a 4-year period.

The House passed H5130 on May 6, 2021, by a vote of 58 to 16. We have assigned pluses to the nays because forced minimum wage laws are anti-constitutional acts of government-imposed theft that violate the right to freedom of contract between employers and employees. They disparage the principles of both the 5th and 14th Amendments of the U.S. Constitution, which were intended to protect “private property” and guarantee “equal protection of the laws” for all Americans.  

Forced Minimum Wage Increases  |  H5130

H5130 increases the minimum wage from $11.50 per hour to $15.00 per hour, over a 4-year period.

The Senate passed H5130 on May 18, 2021, by a vote of 29 to 7. We have assigned pluses to the nays because forced minimum wage laws are anti-constitutional acts of government-imposed theft that violate the right to freedom of contract between employers and employees. They disparage the principles of both the 5th and 14th Amendments of the U.S. Constitution, which were intended to protect “private property” and guarantee “equal protection of the laws” for all Americans.

2021 “Act on Climate”  |  H5445

H5445, the 2021 “Act on Climate,” mandates a statewide target of “net-zero” emissions by 2050, including an “equitable transition to climate compliance for environmental justice populations.”  

The House passed H5445 on March 23, 2021, by a vote of 53 to 22. We have assigned pluses to the nays because this bill—modeled after the United Nations’ Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change Working Group III report—is a back-end, globalist-led effort to codify international treaty language on “environmental justice” into state law. There is no constitutional authority for federal, state, or local government to pursue such policy, particularly in the name of “climate change.” Unjust encroachments on Americans’ private property or undue interference with their free-market enterprise is protected against by the Bill of Rights and the 14th Amendment.