Rhode Island Bills

passed · Rhode Island · House Jan 21, 2025

HR 5093: HOUSE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF RALPH P. FARGNOLI, SR.

This is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) expressing the Rhode Island House of Representatives' condolences upon the death of Ralph P. Fargnoli, Sr. It honors his 70-year marriage, service in the U.S. Army (Korean War era, 3rd Infantry Regiment), 32 years with the U.S. Postal Service, and 22 years as a doorkeeper in the Rhode Island House. The resolution formally directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to his wife, Phyllis, and his family. It has no policy impact or legal effect beyond expressing collective sympathy.

Joe Shekarchi (D) Mike Chippendale (R) Pat Serpa (D) Kathleen Fogarty (D) Brian Kennedy (D)

passed · Rhode Island · House Jan 21, 2025

HR 5092: HOUSE RESOLUTION EXTENDING DEEPEST CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF ANDREA MARIE HOPKINS

This is a commemorative resolution, not a substantive bill. The Rhode Island House of Representatives passed HR 5092 to formally express "deepest sympathies" on the passing of Andrea Marie Hopkins, a longtime URI community leader and community volunteer. The resolution honors her life, career (including roles at URI and Centerville Bank), and service to Rhode Island (noting her 2024 Philanthropist of the Year award). It directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to her husband, Mark Hopkins, and family. The bill has no policy impact or financial provisions.

passed · Rhode Island · House Jan 21, 2025

HR 5097: HOUSE RESOLUTION HONORING AND THANKING DAVE PERTUSO FOR THIRTY-ONE YEARS OF DEDICATED AND EXEMPLARY SERVICE TO THE RHODE ISLAND ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY AND ROGER WILLIAMS PARK ZOO

This is a ceremonial House resolution honoring Dave Pertuso, the retiring Chief Administrative Officer of Roger Williams Park Zoo (managed by the Rhode Island Zoological Society), after 31 years of service. It formally thanks him for his leadership in the zoo's financial management, conservation efforts, and role as a respected leader. The resolution has no policy impact; it simply expresses the House's gratitude and transmits a certified copy to Pertuso upon his retirement. It does not create new laws or affect any specific policies or individuals beyond this symbolic gesture.

passed · Rhode Island · House Jan 21, 2025

HR 5094: HOUSE RESOLUTION EXTENDING CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF MARTIN E. COOPER

This is a ceremonial House Resolution extending condolences on the passing of Martin E. Cooper, a Rhode Island community leader and advocate for justice, bias prevention, and Holocaust education. The resolution formally expresses the House's deepest sympathy to his family - his wife Betsy, children, granddaughter, and siblings - and directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies to them. It does not create any new laws, policies, or funding. The resolution serves solely as a formal tribute to Mr. Cooper's life and community contributions.

passed · Rhode Island · House Jan 21, 2025

HR 5096: HOUSE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING JANUARY 19-25, 2025, TO BE "CERTIFIED REGISTERED NURSE ANESTHETISTS WEEK" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

This ceremonial resolution (HR 5096) designates January 19-25, 2025, as "Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists Week" in Rhode Island. It formally recognizes CRNAs' contributions to healthcare, including their 150+ years of service, role in rural and military care, pandemic response, and provision of cost-effective anesthesia across diverse settings. The resolution directs Rhode Island's Secretary of State to send a certified copy to the Rhode Island Association of Nurse Anesthetists (RIANA). As a symbolic gesture, it does not create new laws or alter policies.

passed · Rhode Island · House Jan 21, 2025

HR 5095: HOUSE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING SINCERE CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF CEDRIC PAUL HUNTLEY

HR 5095 is a procedural House Resolution expressing condolences on the passing of Cedric Paul Huntley, a former Executive Director of the Nonviolence Institute and community leader in Providence, Rhode Island. It formally extends the House's deepest condolences to his family, including his wife Anika Kimble-Huntley and surviving relatives. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies to his family, commemorating his work in education, community service, and violence prevention. As a symbolic gesture, it does not create any new policies or affect any laws.

passed · Rhode Island · House Jan 21, 2025

HR 5090: HOUSE RESOLUTION EXTENDING DEEPEST CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF THE HONORABLE RAYMOND H. BERETTA

This is a ceremonial resolution, not a policy bill. It expresses the Rhode Island House of Representatives' condolences upon the passing of Raymond H. Beretta, a former Pawtucket City Council member, teacher, principal, and community leader. The resolution formally extends "deepest sympathy and condolences" to his widow, Joan Beretta, and their family. It has no legislative effect beyond this expression of respect.

passed · Rhode Island · House Jan 21, 2025

HR 5091: HOUSE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING DEEPEST CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF HILDING T. MUNSON

This is a ceremonial House resolution (HR 5091) expressing condolences for Hilding T. Munson, a Rhode Island State Sheriff, firefighter, and community volunteer who died. The resolution formally recognizes his 48-year marriage, military service, 35-year career as a State Sheriff, 63-year service with the Snug Harbor Volunteer Fire Department, and decades of work with the Special Olympics. It directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to his widow, Judith A. Munson, and family. As a procedural resolution, it has no policy impact or effect on laws.

passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jan 21, 2025

SR 11: SENATE RESOLUTION HONORING AND THANKING THE HONORABLE MARTHA BALL FOR HER 50 YEARS OF SERVICE TO THE TOWN OF NEW SHOREHAM

This ceremonial resolution honors Martha Ball for her 50 years of public service to the Town of New Shoreham, including roles as Town Council member, Treasurer, and committee leader. It formally thanks her for her contributions to local governance, history, and community projects, and directs the Secretary of State to send her a certified copy. The resolution has no policy impact or financial effect - it is solely a gesture of appreciation.

passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jan 21, 2025

SR 9: SENATE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF THE HONORABLE BARBARA ANN CAPALBO

This is a ceremonial resolution (SR 9) expressing the Rhode Island Senate's condolences to the family of Barbara Ann Capalbo following her passing. It formally honors her legacy as a respected arts manager, educator at Rhode Island School of Design, and public servant who served on the Hopkinton Town Council and various community boards. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to her husband, William Capalbo, and family. It does not create new laws or affect any policies.

passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jan 21, 2025

SR 10: SENATE RESOLUTION EXTENDING CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF SAYSOMBOUN PHIVILAY

This is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 10) extending condolences on the passing of Saysomboun Phivilay, a Providence resident and mother of Rhode Island Senator Alan Rudolph's spouse. The resolution formally expresses the Senate's heartfelt sympathy to her husband, children, and grandchildren, and directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to her family. It does not create any new laws, policies, or financial obligations. The resolution was unanimously passed by the Senate on January 21, 2025.

passed · Rhode Island · House Jan 15, 2025

HR 5064: HOUSE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF THE HONORABLE JOSEPH MICHAEL DOWNEY

This is a ceremonial House Resolution (HR 5064), not a substantive bill. It formally expresses the Rhode Island House of Representatives' condolences to the family of Joseph Michael Downey following his passing. The resolution recognizes his career as a state plumber, labor leader (serving as AFSCME Council 94 President), and community volunteer. The House directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to Mrs. Claudette Downey, his wife.

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