SENATE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF THE HONORABLE ANTHONY DELUCA
SR 2426 is a Senate resolution expressing condolences for the death of Anthony DeLuca, a former Rhode Island state representative (1981-1986), educator, and advocate for same-sex marriage. The resolution, passed by the Senate on February 5, 2026, formally honors his 30+ years in education, public service, and support for marriage equality legislation. It directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to his wife, Sylvia DeLuca, and their family. This is a ceremonial resolution with no policy impact, solely serving to memorialize his contributions.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
Senate Passage
Feb 2026
House Passage
Governor
Introduced Feb 3, 2026
Last action Feb 5, 2026
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This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
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Total actions
2
Key actions
1
Committee
0
Feb 5, 2026
Upper · Passed
02/05/2026 Senate read and passed
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Dawn Euer
DDemocratic
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