HOUSE RESOLUTION JOYOUSLY CELEBRATING PATRICE WOOD'S 45TH ANNIVERSARY WORKING AS A DISTINGUISHED JOURNALIST SERVING THE RHODE ISLAND AND GREATER NEW ENGLAND COMMUNITY

This is a ceremonial resolution (HR 5481) passed by the Rhode Island House of Representatives on February 12, 2025, to commemorate Patrice Wood's 45th anniversary as a journalist at WJAR NBC 10 in Providence. It formally celebrates her career milestones, including her roles as anchor for multiple newscasts and her work as an education reporter, and recognizes her advocacy for children in foster care that contributed to adoption placements. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses legislative appreciation and directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to Ms. Wood. As a commemorative measure, it does not create new laws or affect any specific group beyond honoring the individual.