HOUSE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF MARY ANN EDWARDS
This House Resolution (HR 5002) expresses condolences to the Edwards family following the passing of Mary Ann Edwards, a former Portsmouth Town Council member and longtime resident of Aquidneck Island. It formally recognizes her 56-year marriage, public service on the Portsmouth Town Council, and contributions to her community. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies to two family members: John "Jay" Edwards IV and James Edwards. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or affect any policies.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
House Passage
Jan 2025
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Jan 9, 2025
Last action Jan 9, 2025
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Jan 9, 2025
Lower · Passed
01/09/2025 House read and passed
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10 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Brian Newberry
RRepublican
P
Chris Blazejewski
DDemocratic
P
Jay Edwards
DDemocratic
P
Joe Shekarchi
DDemocratic
P
Kathleen Fogarty
DDemocratic
P
Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith
DDemocratic
P
Michelle McGaw
DDemocratic
P
Mike Chippendale
RRepublican
P
Teresa Tanzi
DDemocratic
P
Terri Cortvriend
DDemocratic
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