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John Burke
Senator, SD-009 District
Rhode Island Senate, Democratic, Rhode Island
1,126 votes on record
- Voted YES on The “Expands the existing law regarding collaborative practice agreements between pharmacists and physicians...” (SB 2866)Official title: Expands the existing law regarding collaborative practice agreements between pharmacists and physicians to allow other healthcare providers to enter into such agreements and removes the definition of “collaborative practice committee.”Jun 10, 2026Official source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on The “Repeals the Tiverton tax credit for totally disabled veterans and includes a veteran's unmarried widow...” (SB 3364)Official title: Repeals the Tiverton tax credit for totally disabled veterans and includes a veteran's unmarried widow or widower for a tax credit in the amount of four hundred dollars ($400) or greater.Jun 10, 2026Official source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on The “SENATE RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE RHODE ISLAND PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION TO TERMINATE GAS LINE EXTENSION...” (SR 2354)Official title: SENATE RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE RHODE ISLAND PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION TO TERMINATE GAS LINE EXTENSION ALLOWANCES AS PART OF DOCKET 25-45-GEJun 10, 2026Official source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on The “Revises sections of the uniform controlled substances act to remove specific opioid dosage requirements...” (SB 3259)Official title: Revises sections of the uniform controlled substances act to remove specific opioid dosage requirements and revises the uniform controlled substances act in accordance with current standards of professional practice.Jun 10, 2026Official source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on The “Exempts an individual in foster or adoptive homes from the fee associated with drivers education classes at...” (HB 8603)Official title: Exempts an individual in foster or adoptive homes from the fee associated with drivers education classes at the community college of Rhode Island.Jun 10, 2026Unverified: the two data sources do not agree yet.Official source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on The “Authorizes veterinarians to establish a client-patient relationship through electronic means, subject...” (SB 3180)Official title: Authorizes veterinarians to establish a client-patient relationship through electronic means, subject to limitations and requirements such as Vet making a good faith effort to determine if care should be provided through telemedicine instead of in person.Jun 10, 2026, 1 recordOfficial source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on The “Provides technical amendments relating to comprehensive planning and land use, subdivision of land, zoning...” (SB 3302)Official title: Provides technical amendments relating to comprehensive planning and land use, subdivision of land, zoning ordinances and low- and moderate-income housing.Jun 10, 2026, 1 recordOfficial source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on The “Makes traffic accident data a public record, subject to federal law” (SB 2480)Official title: Makes traffic accident data a public record, subject to federal law.Jun 10, 2026, 1 recordOfficial source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on The “Limits mortgage prepayment rules to mortgages on owner-occupied properties with one to four (4) dwelling units” (HB 8104)Official title: Limits mortgage prepayment rules to mortgages on owner-occupied properties with one to four (4) dwelling units.Jun 10, 2026Unverified: the two data sources do not agree yet.Official source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on The “Allows the town of Tiverton to authorize, by ordinance, a real estate tax credit for seniors over the age...” (SB 3363)Official title: Allows the town of Tiverton to authorize, by ordinance, a real estate tax credit for seniors over the age of sixty-five (65) years.Jun 10, 2026Official source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on The “JOINT RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL JOINT LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY SLUDGE MANAGEMENT IN RHODE ISLAND...” (HR 7532)Official title: JOINT RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL JOINT LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY SLUDGE MANAGEMENT IN RHODE ISLAND (That a special joint legislative commission be created consisting of 21 members and report its findings and recommendations to the General Assembly no later than April 1, 2027, and said commission expires on June 1, 2027.)Jun 10, 2026Unverified: the two data sources do not agree yet.Official source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on The “JOINT RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL JOINT LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY SLUDGE MANAGEMENT IN RHODE ISLAND...” (HR 7532)Official title: JOINT RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL JOINT LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY SLUDGE MANAGEMENT IN RHODE ISLAND (That a special joint legislative commission be created consisting of 21 members and report its findings and recommendations to the General Assembly no later than April 1, 2027, and said commission expires on June 1, 2027.)Jun 10, 2026Unverified: the two data sources do not agree yet.Official source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on The “Changes the direct client contact hour requirements for applicants for licensure of marriage and family...” (SB 3026)Official title: Changes the direct client contact hour requirements for applicants for licensure of marriage and family therapist associate and applicants for licensure of marriage and family therapist.Jun 10, 2026Official source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on The “Requires employers to provide each employee of a warehouse distribution center, upon hire, with written...” (HB 7364)Official title: Requires employers to provide each employee of a warehouse distribution center, upon hire, with written description of quotas applicable to the employee within defined time periods and adverse employment action for failure to meet the quota.Jun 10, 2026Unverified: the two data sources do not agree yet.Official source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on The “Requires the department of elementary and secondary education and DOH to adopt policies, rules...” (HB 7481)Official title: Requires the department of elementary and secondary education and DOH to adopt policies, rules and regulations for the administration of seizure rescue medications for children who have been medically identified as having epilepsy/seizure disorder.Jun 10, 2026Unverified: the two data sources do not agree yet.Official source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on The “Extends certain protocols applicable to motor vehicle manufacturers to their distributors and factory...” (SB 2347)Official title: Extends certain protocols applicable to motor vehicle manufacturers to their distributors and factory branches, as well as updates warranty reimbursement and recalls obligation policies.Jun 10, 2026, 1 recordOfficial source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on The “Requires healthcare providers and healthcare facilities to inform patients of the use of artificial...” (SB 2570)Official title: Requires healthcare providers and healthcare facilities to inform patients of the use of artificial intelligence to memorialize patient visits.Jun 10, 2026Official source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on The “Establishes a program for the energy and water benchmarking of large buildings in Rhode Island...” (SB 2260)Official title: Establishes a program for the energy and water benchmarking of large buildings in Rhode Island and a standard for their energy performance.Jun 10, 2026, 1 recordOfficial source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on The “Creates a special motor vehicle registration plate for The Rhode Island Hockey Hall of Fame” (HB 7780)Official title: Creates a special motor vehicle registration plate for The Rhode Island Hockey Hall of Fame.Jun 10, 2026Unverified: the two data sources do not agree yet.Official source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on The “Creates a special motor vehicle registration plate for The Rhode Island Hockey Hall of Fame” (HB 7780)Official title: Creates a special motor vehicle registration plate for The Rhode Island Hockey Hall of Fame.Jun 10, 2026Unverified: the two data sources do not agree yet.Official source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on The “Provides a framework through which the department of business regulation can seek grants to fund a home...” (SB 3150)Official title: Provides a framework through which the department of business regulation can seek grants to fund a home hardening program.Jun 10, 2026Official source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on The “Prohibits an insurance company from imposing any cost-sharing requirements for any diagnostic...” (SB 2032)Official title: Prohibits an insurance company from imposing any cost-sharing requirements for any diagnostic or supplemental breast examinations.Jun 10, 2026Official source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on A measure “aUTHORIZING THE CITY OF CRANSTON TO ISSUE NOT TO EXCEED $25,000,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS, NOTES...” (SB 3355)Official title: AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF CRANSTON TO ISSUE NOT TO EXCEED $25,000,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS, NOTES AND OTHER EVIDENCES OF INDEBTEDNESS TO FINANCE THE PURCHASE AND/OR ACQUISITION OF LAND AND BUILDINGS, CONSTRUCTION, RENOVATION, IMPROVEMENT, ALTERATION, REPAIR, LANDSCAPING, FURNISHING AND EQUIPPING OF SCHOOLS AND SCHOOL FACILITIES THROUGHOUT THE CITYJun 10, 2026Official source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on The “SENATE RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY BLOCKCHAIN AND CRYPTOCURRENCY (Creates...” (SR 2198)Official title: SENATE RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY BLOCKCHAIN AND CRYPTOCURRENCY (Creates a ten member commission to recommend legislative proposals for blockchain and cryptocurrency, and submits an interim progress report by January 5, 2027, and a final report by January 5, 2028, and expires on February 5, 2028.)Jun 10, 2026Official source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on The “Creates a special motor vehicle registration plate for the Friends of the Historic Narragansett Towers” (HB 7571)Official title: Creates a special motor vehicle registration plate for the Friends of the Historic Narragansett Towers.Jun 10, 2026Unverified: the two data sources do not agree yet.Official source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on The “Creates a special motor vehicle registration plate for the Friends of the Historic Narragansett Towers” (HB 7571)Official title: Creates a special motor vehicle registration plate for the Friends of the Historic Narragansett Towers.Jun 10, 2026Unverified: the two data sources do not agree yet.Official source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on The “Amends the act which incorporated the North Tiverton fire district and reduces the number of tax assessors...” (SB 3333)Official title: Amends the act which incorporated the North Tiverton fire district and reduces the number of tax assessors, subsequent to any voluntary resignations, from six (6) to four (4) after the annual 2026 meeting.Jun 10, 2026Official source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on The “Exempts from taxation the property of the nonprofit Mount St. Rita Health Centre located in Cumberland, RI....” (HB 8348)Official title: Exempts from taxation the property of the nonprofit Mount St. Rita Health Centre located in Cumberland, RI. The exemption would be effective as of December 31, 2025.Jun 10, 2026Unverified: the two data sources do not agree yet.Official source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on The “Updates the RI coordinate system to adopt the most recent system of plane coordinates established by...” (SB 2798)Official title: Updates the RI coordinate system to adopt the most recent system of plane coordinates established by the NGS, a federal agency which is part of NOAA and the USDC. Modifies the meter to foot conversion to adopt the international foot to provide uniformity.Jun 10, 2026Official source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on The “Updates the RI coordinate system to adopt the most recent system of plane coordinates established by...” (SB 2798)Official title: Updates the RI coordinate system to adopt the most recent system of plane coordinates established by the NGS, a federal agency which is part of NOAA and the USDC. Modifies the meter to foot conversion to adopt the international foot to provide uniformity.Jun 10, 2026Official source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on A measure “aUTHORIZING THE CITY OF CRANSTON TO FINANCE THE DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION, REPAIR, REHABILITATION...” (SB 3359)Official title: AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF CRANSTON TO FINANCE THE DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION, REPAIR, REHABILITATION AND IMPROVEMENT OF STREETS, SIDEWALKS AND BRIDGES IN THE CITY INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PAVING, DRAINAGE, TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES, ROAD MAINTENANCE EQUIPMENT, SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS AND LANDSCAPING AND ALL COSTS INCIDENTAL OR RELATED THERETO BY THE ISSUANCE OF NOT MORE THAN $8,000,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS AND NOTES THEREFORJun 10, 2026Official source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on The “JOINT RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY CURRENT CONDOMINIUM LAW AND PROVIDE...” (SR 2906)Official title: JOINT RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY CURRENT CONDOMINIUM LAW AND PROVIDE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO TRANSPARENCY, ACCOUNTABILITY AND ONGOING AFFORDABILITY OF CONDOMINIUMS IN RHODE ISLAND (Creates a 16-member commission to study current condominium law and provide recommendations for improvements, and who would report back to the General Assembly by December 31, 2027, and would expire on March 15, 2028.)Jun 10, 2026Official source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on The “Replaces the existing limited liability company act with a newer and updated model act” (SB 2780)Official title: Replaces the existing limited liability company act with a newer and updated model act.Jun 10, 2026Official source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on The “Amends chapter 44 of title 34 to establish energy storage systems on certain lands consistent...” (HB 8294)Official title: Amends chapter 44 of title 34 to establish energy storage systems on certain lands consistent with a municipality's comprehensive plan.Jun 10, 2026Unverified: the two data sources do not agree yet.Official source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on The “Requires that the tax imposed upon the conveyance of any real property that is located in more than one...” (SB 2450)Official title: Requires that the tax imposed upon the conveyance of any real property that is located in more than one municipality to be allocated between or among the municipalities in proportions to the assessed value of the property located in each municipality.Jun 10, 2026Official source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on A measure “aUTHORIZING THE CITY OF CRANSTON TO FINANCE THE ACQUISITION, IMPROVEMENT, RENOVATION AND REPAIR OF FIRE...” (SB 3358)Official title: AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF CRANSTON TO FINANCE THE ACQUISITION, IMPROVEMENT, RENOVATION AND REPAIR OF FIRE AND PUBLIC SAFETY EQUIPMENT BY THE ISSUANCE OF NOT MORE THAN $8,000,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS AND NOTES THEREFORJun 10, 2026Official source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on A measure “aUTHORIZING THE AMENDMENT OF THE WARWICK CITY CHARTER TO ALLOW FOR ENACTMENT OF ORDINANCES THAT SUBJECT...” (SB 3360)Official title: AUTHORIZING THE AMENDMENT OF THE WARWICK CITY CHARTER TO ALLOW FOR ENACTMENT OF ORDINANCES THAT SUBJECT MAYORAL APPOINTMENTS TO CERTAIN CODIFIED CITY BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS TO THE ADVICE AND CONSENT OF THE CITY COUNCILJun 10, 2026Official source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on The “Amends the Consumer PFAS Ban Act of 2024 by clarifying enforcement provisions” (SB 2799)Official title: Amends the Consumer PFAS Ban Act of 2024 by clarifying enforcement provisions.Jun 10, 2026Official source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on The “Exempts an individual in foster or adoptive homes from the fee associated with drivers education classes at...” (SB 2182)Official title: Exempts an individual in foster or adoptive homes from the fee associated with drivers education classes at the community college of Rhode Island.Jun 10, 2026Official source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on The “Exempts from taxation the real and tangible personal property of AS220 located in the city of Providence....” (SB 2039)Official title: Exempts from taxation the real and tangible personal property of AS220 located in the city of Providence. Effective retroactively to December 31, 2025 and affects next levy issued by the city or town where property is located.Jun 10, 2026Official source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on The “Exempts from taxation the real and tangible personal property of AS220 located in the city of Providence....” (SB 2039)Official title: Exempts from taxation the real and tangible personal property of AS220 located in the city of Providence. Effective retroactively to December 31, 2025 and affects next levy issued by the city or town where property is located.Jun 10, 2026Official source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on A measure “aUTHORIZING THE CITY OF CRANSTON TO FINANCE THE ACQUISITION, DEMOLITION, CONSTRUCTION, IMPROVEMENT...” (SB 3357)Official title: AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF CRANSTON TO FINANCE THE ACQUISITION, DEMOLITION, CONSTRUCTION, IMPROVEMENT, RENOVATION, REPAIR, ALTERATION, FURNISHING AND EQUIPPING OF PUBLIC BUILDINGS IN THE CITY BY THE ISSUANCE OF NOT MORE THAN $2,000,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS AND NOTES THEREFORJun 10, 2026Official source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on The “Requires party chairpersons to submit lists of party voters to the mayor or council president within 30...” (SB 2136)Official title: Requires party chairpersons to submit lists of party voters to the mayor or council president within 30 days of notice of vacancy in a municipal election office and mayor/council president are required to make a replacement nomination within 30 days.Jun 10, 2026Official source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on A measure “aUTHORIZING THE CITY OF CRANSTON TO FINANCE THE REPAIR, CONSTRUCTION AND REHABILITATION OF STORM DRAINS...” (SB 3354)Official title: AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF CRANSTON TO FINANCE THE REPAIR, CONSTRUCTION AND REHABILITATION OF STORM DRAINS AND DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS, AND THE REMEDIATION AND MITIGATION OF DRAINAGE AND FLOODING PROBLEMS, BY THE ISSUANCE OF NOT MORE THAN $4,000,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS AND NOTES THEREFORJun 10, 2026Official source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on A measure “aUTHORIZING THE CITY OF CRANSTON TO FINANCE THE ACQUISITION, CONSTRUCTION, IMPROVEMENT, RENOVATION, REPAIR...” (SB 3356)Official title: AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF CRANSTON TO FINANCE THE ACQUISITION, CONSTRUCTION, IMPROVEMENT, RENOVATION, REPAIR AND ALTERATION OF PLAYGROUNDS, ATHLETIC FIELDS AND RELATED EQUIPMENT IN THE CITY BY THE ISSUANCE OF NOT MORE THAN $4,000,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS AND NOTES THEREFORJun 10, 2026Official source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on The “Extends certain protocols applicable to motor vehicle manufacturers to their distributors and factory...” (HB 8213)Official title: Extends certain protocols applicable to motor vehicle manufacturers to their distributors and factory branches, as well as updates warranty reimbursement and recalls obligation policies.Jun 10, 2026Unverified: the two data sources do not agree yet.Official source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on The “Directs middle and high schools which issue student identification cards to include on those cards contact...” (SB 2348)Official title: Directs middle and high schools which issue student identification cards to include on those cards contact crisis telephone numbers for suicide prevention and substance use disorder prevention.Jun 10, 2026Official source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on The “Establishes the commercial kitchen exhaust system inspection and cleaning licensing and certification act....” (SB 2647)Official title: Establishes the commercial kitchen exhaust system inspection and cleaning licensing and certification act. Requires entities inspecting or cleaning commercial exhaust systems to be licensed and insured.Jun 10, 2026Official source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on The “Requires the department of elementary and secondary education and DOH to adopt policies, rules...” (SB 2350)Official title: Requires the department of elementary and secondary education and DOH to adopt policies, rules and regulations for the administration of seizure rescue medications for children who have been medically identified as having epilepsy/seizure disorder.Jun 10, 2026Official source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)
- Voted YES on The “Requires employers to provide each employee of a warehouse distribution center, upon hire, with written...” (SB 2504)Official title: Requires employers to provide each employee of a warehouse distribution center, upon hire, with written description of quotas applicable to the employee within defined time periods and adverse employment action for failure to meet the quota.Jun 10, 2026, 1 recordOfficial source: webserver.rilegislature.gov(opens in a new tab)