HOUSE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF THE HONORABLE ANTHONY DELUCA
This is a ceremonial resolution (HR 7260) passed by the Rhode Island House of Representatives on January 22, 2026, to express condolences on the passing of Anthony DeLuca. It honors DeLuca, a former Cranston City Council President, Rhode Island state representative (1981-1986), educator, and advocate for same-sex marriage equality. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to his widow, Sylvia DeLuca, and family. As a non-binding tribute, it does not create new policies or affect any legislation.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
House Passage
Jan 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Jan 22, 2026
Last action Jan 22, 2026
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This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
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Jan 22, 2026
Lower · Passed
01/22/2026 House read and passed
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10 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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