Rhode Island 2023 Regular Session

Rhode Island House Bill H5353

Introduced
2/3/23  

Caption

House Resolution Creating A Special Legislative Commission To Examine And Make Recommendations To Combat The Rising Threat Of Targeted Violence Against Faith Communities (creates A 15 Member Commission To Examine And Make Recommendations To Combat The Rising Threat Of Targeted Violence Against Faith Communities, And Report Back To The House By February 7, 2024, And Expire On May 7, 2024.)

Impact

If enacted, H5353 would facilitate a structured approach to understanding and mitigating violence targeting faith organizations. The commission's exploratory mandate will include research on recent incidents, evaluation of preventive measures, and recommendations for enhancing community safety. This legislative action highlights Rhode Island's commitment to protecting freedom of religion and addressing contemporary societal challenges related to faith-based violence.

Summary

House Bill H5353 aims to address the increasing threat of targeted violence against faith communities in Rhode Island by establishing a special legislative commission. The resolution proposes a 15-member commission composed of representatives from various sectors, including state legislators, law enforcement, community leaders from diverse faith backgrounds, and representatives from police associations. This commission is tasked with examining current trends in violence against faith communities and developing comprehensive strategies to combat it.

Contention

While the bill is expected to gain support from those concerned about safety in faith communities, potential points of contention may arise regarding the allocation of resources and the effectiveness of proposed measures. Critics may question the commission's ability to produce actionable recommendations within its limited timeframe, as it is required to report back by February 2024. Moreover, there could be discussions on the balance between state intervention and the autonomy of faith communities to manage their security and safety.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

RI H6401

House Resolution Creating A Special Legislative Commission To Study And Provide Recommendations And Comments For Healthcare Liability Reform (creates A 15 Member Legislative Commission To Study And Provide Recommendations And Annotations For Healthcare Liability Reform In Rhode Island, And Report Back To The House By January 15, 2024, And Expire On April 15, 2024.)

RI H7093

HOUSE RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY AND PROVIDE RECOMMENDATIONS AND COMMENTS FOR HEALTHCARE LIABILITY REFORM (This resolution creates a 15 member special legislative commission to study and provide recommendations and comments for healthcare liability reform, and who would report back to the House by January 1, 2025, and expire on February 1, 2025.)

RI H6422

House Resolution Creating A Legislative Study Commission To Evaluate And Provide Recommendations On Mandated Safety Protocols For Rhode Island Schools (creates A 21 Member Commission To Evaluate And Provide Recommendations On Mandated Safety Protocols For Ri Schools, And Who Would Report Back To The House By February 28, 2024, And Expire On April 30, 2024.)

RI H6342

House Resolution Creating A Legislative Study Commission To Evaluate And Provide Recommendations On Proper Forest Management For Fire Prevention (creates A 12 Member Commission To Evaluate And Provide Recommendations On Proper Forest Management For Fire Prevention, And Who Would Report Back To The House By February 28, 2024, And Expire On April 30, 2024.)

RI H8376

House Resolution Creating A Special Legislative Commission To Study And Provide Recommendations On The Issue Of Pfas In Firefighter Gear (creates A 9 Member Commission To Study And Provide Recommendations On The Issue Of Pfas In Firefighter Gear, And Who Would Report Back By January 1, 2024, And Expire On March 1, 2024.)

RI H5727

Joint Resolution Creating A Special Legislative Commission To Study And Provide Recommendations To Safeguard Rhode Island Against Nuclear Weapons (this Resolution Creates An Eleven (11) Member Special Legislative Commission To Study And Provide Recommendation To Safeguard Rhode Island Against Nuclear Weapons.)

RI H5224

House Resolution Creating A Special Legislative Commission To Study And Provide Recommendations Pertaining To Services And Coordination Of State Programs Relating To Older Adult Rhode Islanders (creates A 16 Member Commission To Study And Provide Recommendations For Services And The Coordination Of State Programs For Older Adult Rhode Islanders, And Report Back By May 7, 2024, And Expire On August, 2024.)

RI H7361

HOUSE RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL COMMISSION TO MAKE A COMPREHENSIVE STUDY AND PROVIDE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR REMEDIES TO THE EROSION OF RHODE ISLAND BEACHES (Creates a 9 member commission to study and provide recommendations for remedies to the erosion of RI beaches, and would report back by January 5, 2025 and expire on March 5, 2025.)

RI H8296

Joint Resolution Creating A Special Legislative Commission To Study And Make Recommendations Regarding Rhode Island’s Old Growth Forests (creates An 11 Member Commission Whose Purpose Would Be To Study And Make Recommendations Regarding Ri's Old Growth Forests, And Who Would Report Back To The House And Senate By August 18, 2023, And Would Expire On December 31, 2023.)

RI S0831

JOINT RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY AND PROVIDE RECOMMENDATIONS TO SAFEGUARD RHODE ISLAND AGAINST THE USE OF NUCLEAR WEAPONS (Creates an 11-member commission to study and provide recommendations to safeguard Rhode Island against use of nuclear weapons, and who would report back no later than August 6, 2026, and whose life would expire on November 6, 2026.)

Similar Bills

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