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Rhode Island Senate Bill S0957

Rhode Island 2025 Regular Session

Rhode Island Senate Bill S0957

Introduced
4/4/25  
Refer
4/4/25  
Report Pass
4/30/25  
Engrossed
5/6/25  
Refer
5/7/25  
Report Pass
6/18/25  
Enrolled
6/21/25  

Caption

Extends the incentive pay plan to all full-time court clerks, including the traffic tribunal, who meet the eligibility requirements. It would also repeal § 8-4.1-6 regarding additional credit for a master's degree.

Impact

The proposed legislation will impact existing provisions intended for court clerks' incentive pay by repealing Section 8-4.1-6, which previously provided additional credits for those obtaining a master's degree. This repeal suggests a shift in policy aimed at simplifying the incentive structure, aiming for a standardized incentive program that does not differentiate based on specific degrees beyond the established eligibility for receiving the main incentive pay. This may streamline payments and level the playing field for all current and future clerks.

Summary

Bill S0957 proposes to amend the existing statute regarding the incentive pay plan for court clerks in Rhode Island. The bill aims to extend the incentive pay program to include all full-time court clerks, specifically mentioning those who work within the traffic tribunal, thereby broadening the scope of the incentive. This initiative is an effort to encourage and financially reward clerks for pursuing further education in court administration or law enforcement, which is believed to enhance the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the judicial system.

Contention

While there are no explicit points of contention currently highlighted in the discussions surrounding S0957, the removal of additional credits for a master's degree could potentially stir debate among stakeholders. Supporters might argue that extending benefits uniformly is a positive change, promoting equal opportunity, while opponents could raise concerns about devaluing advanced degrees that some clerks have pursued. As such, the bill necessitates careful consideration in terms of its long-term implications on clerk retention and motivation for professional development.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

RI S2687

Extends the incentive pay plan to all full-time court clerks who meet the eligibility requirements.

RI H7319

Mandates that the work week be reduced to thirty-two hours and rate of pay for a thirty-two (32) hour workweek would remain the same as the rate of pay for forty hours.

RI S3118

Totally repeals the 1964 public law, which established the Johnston Municipal Court and which has never been amended and would enable the town of Johnston to establish a municipal court and housing court with expanded legal and equitable powers.

RI H8323

Totally repeals the 1964 public law, which established the Johnston Municipal Court and which has never been amended and would enable the town of Johnston to establish a municipal court and housing court with expanded legal and equitable powers.

RI H7406

Provides tax credits to an entity that relocates any part of the United States supply chain to Rhode Island. This act also provides tax credits and incentives to an entity that re-shores manufacturing production lines to Rhode Island.

RI S2141

Repeals the provisions of the general laws allowing deferred deposit providers, also known as "payday lenders."

RI H7211

Repeals the provisions of the general laws allowing deferred deposit providers, also known as "payday lenders."

RI H7172

Repeals the law that allowed employers to pay some of their minor employees and employees who are full time students and not attained the age of nineteen (19), less than minimum hourly wages, requiring them to be paid a minimum hourly wage.

RI H8155

Outlines the process for a person petitioning to change their name in the probate court in the town or city where they reside. It would also make the statute regarding name change gender neutral.

RI H7428

Replaces time to time language with staggered for acquisitions, commission would review the acquisition plan, and requires an annual review. Repeals §§ 39-1-27.3.1 and 39-1-27.8 dealing with standard offer service.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.