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passed · Rhode Island · House May 30, 2024

HR 8321: HOUSE RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF ACKNOWLEDGING BLOCK ISLAND'S MANISSEAN TRIBAL NATIVES

This bill is a House resolution that formally acknowledges the historical presence and heritage of the Manissean Tribal Natives on Block Island, Rhode Island. It highlights the tribe's long history on the island, noting their decline in population over centuries and their resilience through various challenges. The resolution encourages the preservation of local indigenous culture and historical sites while honoring the ancestors and descendants of the Manissean people. Finally, it directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to the President of the Manissean Tribe.
Joe Shekarchi (D) Mike Chippendale (R) Scott Slater (D) Tina Spears (D) Grace Diaz (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 30, 2024

SR 3114: SENATE RESOLUTION CELEBRATING THE 170TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE U.S. -- JAPAN TREATY OF PEACE AND AMITY

This Senate resolution commemorates the 170th anniversary of the 1854 U.S.-Japan Treaty of Peace and Amity, which established formal diplomatic relations between the two nations. The bill highlights the historical significance of Commodore Matthew Perry's expedition and celebrates the enduring partnership between the United States and Japan, as well as specific ties between Rhode Island and Japan in areas like trade, education, and culture. It directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies of the resolution to federal officials, the President, and the Japanese Consul General to formally acknowledge this milestone.
Walter Felag (D) Ryan Pearson (D) Matt LaMountain (D) Linda Ujifusa (D) Victoria Gu (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 30, 2024

SR 3096: SENATE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING MAY 19TH OF 2024 AS "GREEK PONTIAN GENOCIDE REMEMBRANCE DAY" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

This Senate resolution designates May 19, 2024, as Greek Pontian Genocide Remembrance Day in Rhode Island to honor the victims of the 1914-1922 atrocities committed against Pontian Greeks. The measure formally acknowledges the historical events in which the Ottoman Empire systematically killed hundreds of thousands of people and directs the Secretary of State to send copies of the resolution to Greek community leaders in the United States and Greece. By adopting this proclamation, the Rhode Island Senate joins the Greek-American community in commemorating the anniversary of the genocide and recognizing the contributions of survivors and their descendants to the state's culture.
Meghan Kallman (D) Matt LaMountain (D) David Tikoian (D) Hanna Gallo (D) Anthony DeLuca (R)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 30, 2024

SR 3115: SENATE RESOLUTION COMMEMORATING MAY OF 2024, AS "NATIONAL SPEECH - LANGUAGE - HEARING MONTH" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

This Senate resolution officially designates May 2024 as "National Speech-Language-Hearing Month" in Rhode Island to raise awareness about communication disorders. The bill urges state agencies, including the Departments of Human Services and Elementary and Secondary Education, to organize hearing screenings and special events during this month. It also encourages educators, specialists, and the public to acknowledge the work of audiologists and speech-language pathologists who help individuals manage these conditions. By transmitting copies of the resolution to relevant officials and organizations, the state aims to promote better understanding and support for those affected by hearing, language, and speech issues.
Walter Felag (D) Ryan Pearson (D) Matt LaMountain (D) Hanna Gallo (D) Linda Ujifusa (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 30, 2024

SR 3116: SENATE RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF RECOGNIZING BLOCK ISLAND'S MANISSEAN TRIBAL NATIVES

This Senate resolution formally recognizes the Manissean Tribal Natives of Block Island and honors their ancestors and descendants. It acknowledges the tribe's long history on the island, noting their significant population decline over time and their traditional lifestyle of fishing, hunting, and farming. The bill directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to the current President of the Manissean Tribe. This measure serves as a symbolic gesture to support the preservation of the tribe's culture and historical sites rather than enacting new laws or funding.
Walter Felag (D) Ryan Pearson (D) Matt LaMountain (D) Linda Ujifusa (D) Sam Bell (D)
passed · Rhode Island · House May 29, 2024

HB 7539: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES

This bill authorizes the Rhode Island Division of Motor Vehicles to issue special license plates for vehicles supporting The Preservation Society of Rhode Island. Owners of these plates must pay a standard registration fee plus a $40 issuance surcharge and a $10 annual renewal fee, with the funds split between the state's general fund and the preservation society. The society is required to submit annual accounting reports and must use any state-sourced funds to benefit Rhode Island-based charitable organizations. The plates will be designed by the society in conjunction with the motor vehicle division and approved by the state police, and they will replace the vehicle's standard registration plates.
Ramon Perez (D) David Bennett (D) Jose Batista (D) Evan Shanley (D) Camille Vella-Wilkinson (D)
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