Rhode Island Bills

passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jan 14, 2025

SR 1: SENATE RESOLUTION EXTENDING CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF CAROL A. BRIDEN

This is a ceremonial Senate resolution extending condolences for Carol A. Briden, a Providence resident and Brown University graduate known for her writing, art, and family life. The resolution formally expresses the Senate's heartfelt condolences on her passing and directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to her family members, including her sons David and James Briden and their families. As a commemorative resolution, it has no legal effect or policy changes - it solely honors her memory.

passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jan 14, 2025

SR 4: SENATE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF MELVIN L. ZURIER

This is a ceremonial Senate resolution expressing condolences for Melvin L. Zurier, a Rhode Island resident and retired Air Force Reserve Colonel who served as a lawyer, public servant, and community leader. It formally honors his life, career, and family without creating any new laws or policies. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies to his family, including his son Senator Samuel D. Zurier. As a commemorative resolution, it has no legislative effect beyond expressing official sympathy.

passed · Rhode Island · House Jan 14, 2025

HR 5041: HOUSE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF MELVIN L. ZURIER

This is a ceremonial resolution expressing condolences for Melvin L. Zurier, a former Rhode Island attorney, Air Force Reserve Colonel, and public servant. The bill formally honors his life and legacy, noting his 71-year marriage, legal career, service on the Rhode Island Ethics Commission, and community involvement. It directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies of the resolution to his son, Senator Samuel D. Zurier, and family. As a purely commemorative resolution with no policy changes, it does not affect legislation or impose new requirements.

passed · Rhode Island · House Jan 14, 2025

HR 5039: HOUSE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF ANTHONY M. ZAINYEH

This is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) expressing the Rhode Island House of Representatives' condolences on the passing of Anthony M. Zainyeh, a former Rhode Island Department of Taxation employee. It specifically honors his 42-year career, his service as President of Council 94, and his family, including his son George Zainyeh (a former state representative) and daughter Diane Zainyeh. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies to the surviving family members. It has no policy impact or direct effect on any laws or regulations.

passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jan 14, 2025

SR 3: SENATE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING SINCERE CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF CONSTANCE M. SILVEIRA

This is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 3) expressing condolences for Constance M. Silveira, a longtime East Providence resident and school secretary. It formally extends the Senate's deepest sympathies on her passing to her family, including her children Patricia Whalen, Kathline Levesque, and Keith Correia. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies to these family members. As a procedural resolution, it does not create new laws or affect any policies.

passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jan 14, 2025

SR 7: SENATE RESOLUTION HONORING RUTH ANN MADSEN FOR HER SERVICE TO THE PEOPLE OF RHODE ISLAND ON THE OCCASION OF HER PASSING

This Senate resolution honors Ruth Ann "Diamond" Madsen, a Rhode Island advocate for unhoused residents who died in December 2024. It recognizes her volunteer work with organizations like the George Wiley Center and her efforts to provide shelter, supplies, and community support to unhoused neighbors. The resolution does not create new policies but formally commemorates her legacy for her family and community groups, including Mathewson Street United Methodist Church.

passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jan 14, 2025

SR 2: SENATE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF DANIEL A. SPAIGHT, JR.

This bill is a ceremonial Senate resolution expressing condolences to the family of Daniel A. Spaight, Jr., a retired East Providence educator and public servant who died in 2025. It formally recognizes his 66-year marriage, career teaching in East Providence schools, service with the Rhode Island Department of Education, and community involvement. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to his widow, Jacqueline Spaight, as a formal gesture of respect. It affects only the Spaight family and the Senate's public acknowledgment of his life.

passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jan 14, 2025

SR 8: SENATE RESOLUTION AMENDING THE RULES OF THE SENATE FOR THE YEARS 2023-2024

This resolution would amend the rules of the Senate relative to committees and would create a new committee on artificial intelligence and emerging technologies.

passed · Rhode Island · House Jan 14, 2025

HR 5038: HOUSE RESOLUTION EXTENDING DEEPEST CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF THE HONORABLE EDWARD CLARK PARKER, A HIGHLY RESPECTED JUDGE ON THE RHODE ISLAND TRAFFIC TRIBUNAL FOR THREE DECADES

This is a memorial resolution, not a substantive legislative bill. HR 5038 expresses the Rhode Island House of Representatives' deepest condolences upon the passing of Judge Edward Clark Parker, who served on the State Traffic Tribunal for 30 years (retiring in 2022). The resolution honors his career, family, and community service, including his role as Deputy Attorney General and his 61-year membership at Pawtucket Country Club. It directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to his family. No policy changes or affected parties are involved.

passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jan 14, 2025

SR 6: SENATE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF THE HONORABLE SENATOR JAMES S. D'AMBRA

This is a memorial resolution (SR 6) expressing the Rhode Island Senate's condolences on the passing of former Senator James S. D'Ambra. It formally honors his 16-year service in the state Senate, his education career, and his community contributions, and directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies to his widow, Laureen D'Ambra, and his children. The resolution has no policy provisions or impact on laws or regulations - it is purely a symbolic gesture of respect for the deceased legislator and his family.

passed · Rhode Island · House Jan 9, 2025

HR 5006: HOUSE RESOLUTION EXTENDING CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF THE HONORABLE JOSEPH M. LIMA

This is a commemorative resolution passed by the Rhode Island House of Representatives to express condolences on the passing of former state representative Joseph M. Lima. It honors his legacy as a longtime Providence community leader, Portuguese-American advocate, and legislator who served from 1977 to 1984, championing initiatives like eliminating the clothing tax and establishing the Rhode Island Day of Portugal. The resolution formally extends sympathy to his family and directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to his wife, Teresa Lima, and family. As a procedural resolution, it does not enact any policy changes or affect any legislation.

passed · Rhode Island · House Jan 9, 2025

HR 5004: HOUSE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING DEEPEST CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF THE MOST REVEREND LOUIS E. GELINEAU, D.D., J.C.L., S.T.L., BISHOP EMERITUS OF PROVIDENCE

This House Resolution (HR 5004) expresses the Rhode Island House of Representatives' condolences on the passing of Bishop Emeritus Louis E. Gelineau, the former Bishop of Providence. It honors his 25-year service as Bishop, his establishment of the permanent diaconate, his outreach initiatives like the Providence-Haiti project, and his recognition as "The People’s Bishop." The resolution formally declares the House's deepest condolences and directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to the Diocese of Providence. As a purely ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or affect any policies.

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