Rhode Island Bills

passed · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 16, 2026

SR 3221: SENATE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING APRIL TO BE "HOLOCAUST & GENOCIDE AWARENESS MONTH" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

This Senate resolution officially designates April as "Holocaust & Genocide Awareness Month" in Rhode Island. It encourages history and social science teachers to include lessons about past and ongoing genocides in their classrooms to promote understanding and prevent future atrocities. The bill directs the Secretary of State to send copies of this proclamation to the Commissioner of Education and the state's Holocaust and Genocide Education Commission.

Walter Felag (D) Meghan Kallman (D) Sam Zurier (D) Matt LaMountain (D) Mark McKenney (D)

passed · Rhode Island · House Apr 16, 2026

HR 8459: HOUSE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING APRIL 16, 2026, TO BE "COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF RHODE ISLAND DAY" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

This legislative resolution designates April 16, 2026, as "Community College of Rhode Island Day" within the state. It directly affects the Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI) by formally recognizing its role in higher education and workforce development. The bill does not alter any laws or funding but serves as a symbolic proclamation to honor the institution's contributions to the state's economy and residents. A copy of the resolution will be sent to the CCRI president to acknowledge the designation.

Topics ✓ Education

passed · Rhode Island · House Apr 16, 2026

HR 8460: HOUSE RESOLUTION HONORING FAMILY MEDICINE PHYSICIANS FOR THEIR SERVICE AND ADVOCACY

This bill is a ceremonial resolution that honors family medicine physicians in Rhode Island for their contributions to healthcare and community well-being. It specifically recognizes the importance of these doctors in providing comprehensive care and addresses their upcoming Advocacy Day event on April 16, 2026. The measure directs the Secretary of State to send official copies of the resolution to the Rhode Island Academy of Family Physicians as a formal gesture of appreciation.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 16, 2026

SR 3218: SENATE RESOLUTION HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF BASEBALL ICON DAVEY LOPES AND EXPRESSING SYMPATHY ON HIS PASSING

This Senate resolution honors the life and career of Davey Lopes, a legendary baseball player and native of Rhode Island who recently passed away. The bill formally expresses the state's condolences and acknowledges his achievements, including his record-breaking base-stealing success and leadership as a Dodgers infielder and later manager. It directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to Lopes's family as a gesture of respect.

passed · Rhode Island · House Apr 16, 2026

HR 8461: HOUSE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING APRIL 23, 2026, TO BE "WORLD TABLE TENNIS DAY" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

This bill designates April 23, 2026, as World Table Tennis Day in the state of Rhode Island. It encourages residents to participate in the sport to enjoy its health benefits and community spirit. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to the Rhode Island Table Tennis Association.

passed · Rhode Island · House Apr 16, 2026

HR 8457: HOUSE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING APRIL TO BE "HOLOCAUST & GENOCIDE AWARENESS MONTH" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

This bill formally designates April as Holocaust and Genocide Awareness Month in Rhode Island. It encourages educators to include lessons on past and current genocides in their classrooms to promote understanding and prevent future atrocities. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send copies of the proclamation to the Commissioner of Education and the state's Holocaust and Genocide Education Commission.

passed · Rhode Island · House Apr 16, 2026

HR 8458: HOUSE RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING AND HONORING THE COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF RHODE ISLAND WOMEN'S BASKETBALL TEAM FOR THEIR OUTSTANDING SUCCESS DURING THE 2025-2026 SEASON

This bill is a House Resolution that formally congratulates the Community College of Rhode Island Women's Basketball Team for their success during the 2025-2026 season. It recognizes the team's achievements, including a 22-3 record and five consecutive national tournament appearances, while honoring the specific student-athletes and Head Coach Doug Haynes for their contributions. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send an official copy of the document to the team and the coach as a gesture of appreciation.

passed · Rhode Island · House Apr 16, 2026

HR 8455: HOUSE RESOLUTION CELEBRATING "ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS' DAY" ON APRIL 22, 2026, AND THANKING ALL THE DEDICATED STAFF WHO WORK TIRELESSLY IN SUPPORT OF THE RHODE ISLAND HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

This resolution officially celebrates Administrative Professionals' Day on April 22, 2026, within the Rhode Island House of Representatives. It acknowledges the essential work of specific staff members who support the state legislators and authorizes the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to the International Association of Administrative Professionals. The document does not create new laws or change policies but serves as a formal expression of gratitude for the administrative staff's contributions.

passed · Rhode Island · House Apr 16, 2026

HR 8454: HOUSE RESOLUTION CELEBRATING THE 56TH ANNIVERSARY OF "EARTH DAY" ON APRIL 22, 2026, IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

This bill is a House resolution that formally celebrates the 56th anniversary of Earth Day on April 22, 2026, in Rhode Island. It calls on state residents to learn about environmental challenges and participate in solutions, while directing the Secretary of State to send copies of the resolution to specific state environmental officials. The document serves as a commemorative acknowledgment rather than establishing new laws or regulations.

Topics ✓ Environment

passed · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 16, 2026

SR 3219: SENATE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING APRIL 16, 2026, AS "RHODE ISLAND MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION RECOGNITION DAY" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

This Senate Resolution designates April 16, 2026, as "Rhode Island Manufacturers Association Recognition Day" within the State of Rhode Island. The measure directly affects the Rhode Island Manufacturers Association by formally acknowledging its contributions to the state's manufacturing sector. Upon passage, the Secretary of State must transmit a certified copy of the resolution to the association.

passed · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 16, 2026

SR 3220: SENATE RESOLUTION HONORING FAMILY MEDICINE PHYSICIANS FOR THEIR SERVICE AND ADVOCACY

This Senate resolution honors family medicine physicians in Rhode Island for their dedication to patient care and advocacy. It formally recognizes their role in improving health outcomes and addresses policymakers on their behalf during Advocacy Day on April 16, 2026. The bill directs the Secretary of State to send copies of the resolution to the Rhode Island Academy of Family Physicians to acknowledge their contributions.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed · Rhode Island · House Apr 16, 2026

HR 8453: HOUSE RESOLUTION COMMEMORATING "NATIONAL INFERTILITY AWARENESS WEEK" ON APRIL 19-25, 2026, IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

This bill designates April 19-25, 2026, as National Infertility Awareness Week in Rhode Island to raise public understanding of infertility as a health condition. It directly affects individuals and families struggling with fertility issues, including those in the LGBTQI+ community, by aiming to reduce stigma and highlight the emotional and financial challenges they face. The resolution encourages participation in awareness activities and directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to the National Infertility Association.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

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