Mary Ann Shallcross Smith Representative

Experts are alarmed about the rise in co-sleeping. After analyzing nearly 7,600 U.S. Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (SUID) cases from 2011 to 2020, the CDC found that almost 60% of those deaths occurred in shared sleep spaces. Visit tinyurl.com/yhkfr387 to learn more.

Need help with SNAP? SNAP Community Outreach Partners support the work of DHS by helping families and individuals connect with critical food benefits. Reach out to an outreach partner today! Learn more at: dhs.ri.gov/programs-and-s…

Temperatures may go over 90 degrees today and tomorrow (July 24-25.) Make sure to keep your living space cool or seek shelter at an air-conditioned place like a library or a cooling center. Find a cooling center near you by visiting tinyurl.com/2svwanhs

This months ‘Do 1 Thing’ is making sure to have an updated family communications plan. Know how you’ll get in touch, where you’ll meet, and who to call if you get separated. Being prepared means staying connected when it matters most.

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@TemiTopereports @MASSforRep @RISenate @RIHouseofReps @RAMPisinclusion @NBC10 @SenatorCiccone Thank you! Rhode Island passes bill that allows at-home-hair-care for people living with disabilities turnto10.com/news/local/rho…

@MASSforRep hosted a group of Kids Klub students from her daycare, Dr. Day Care, at the State House today. The students participated in a mock legislative session, led by Rep. Shallcross Smith, where they debated several pieces of legislation and learned about how laws are made.

Great morning at the #RIStateHouse! Had a great time showing the Dr. Day Care Learning Center and Kids Klub RI summer camp students around the capitol building. Great opportunity to teach civics and engage students at a young age! @RIHouseofReps @JoeShekarchi

Commentary in @projo by Elizabeth Burke Bryant: During the past two legislative sessions, lawmakers, advocates, clinicians, educators and police chiefs have elevated the need to continue two evidence-based children/youth/parents behavioral health programs that ensure that…

Today, Speaker @JoeShekarchi and members of the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs, chaired by Rep. Sam Azzinaro, presented a legislative grant to @RIMOzero6 (RIMO) at the Military Lounge at @IFlyRhodeIsland. Since 2013, the Military Lounge has welcomed 65,000 military,…

Legislation introduced by Majority Leader Frank A. Ciccone III and Rep. Mary Ann Shallcross Smith that allows individuals with special needs or sensory-related disorders or differences to receive hair care services within their home is now law. More info: rilegislature.gov/pressrelease/_…

Kids in grades 5-8 can join @edservrips for The Adventure Zone here at Lincoln Public Library. Visit lincolnlibrary.libcal.com/event/14500241 to link to the online registration form.

Newly enacted legislation sponsored by Sen. @jakeforri and Rep. @MASSforRep will prohibit the attachment of liens against Rhode Islanders’ homes because of medical debt. The bill was approved by lawmakers June 20 and signed into law Thursday. Learn more: rilegislature.gov/pressrelease/_…

A new law introduced by Sen. @hannagallo27 and Rep. @MASSforRep will address the shortage of speech-language pathologists in Rhode Island by updating the licensing for their assistants. Learn more: rilegislature.gov/pressrelease/_…

Newly enacted legislation sponsored by @MASSforRep and Sen. Jacob E. Bissaillon will prohibit the attachment of liens against Rhode Islanders’ homes because of medical debt. The bill was approved by lawmakers June 20 and signed into law Thursday. The measure was included in the…

Legislation introduced by Rep. @MASSforRep and Sen. Brian Thompson that requires all licensed contractor applicants produce a valid ID has been signed into law. “This bill goes a long way to create a more level playing field in the construction industry. It will ensure that…

Registration is now open for "Learning with Lana: #Eating the Rainbow" an educational program brought to us by the RI Community Food Bank. Sign up online at lincolnlibrary.libcal.com/event/14246469

The General Assembly today passed legislation introduced by @MASSforRep and @hannagallo27 that seeks to address the shortage of speech-language pathologists in Rhode Island by updating the licensing for their assistants. “The regulations for speech-language pathology assistants…

The General Assembly has approved legislation sponsored by @MASSforRep and @jakeforri to prohibit the attachment of liens against Rhode Islanders’ homes because of medical debt. The bill now goes to the governor. Said Rep. Shallcross Smith, “When a person has experienced a…

The General Assembly has approved legislation sponsored by Sen. @jakeforri and Rep. @MASSforRep to prohibit the attachment of liens against Rhode Islanders’ homes because of medical debt. Learn more: rilegislature.gov/pressrelease/_…