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passed · Rhode Island · House Jan 13, 2026

HR 7060: HOUSE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF CONSTANCE PETRARCA

This is a ceremonial resolution expressing condolences for Constance Petrarca, a 100-year-old Rhode Island resident and mother of State Representative Patricia Serpa. The resolution honors her life, highlighting her role as a devoted family member, member of the "Greatest Generation," and community figure. It directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to Representative Serpa and her family. No policy changes or direct effects on constituents are created by this resolution.

passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jan 13, 2026

SR 2066: SENATE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF MARYANN JOLICOEUR

This Senate Resolution (SR 2066) expresses the Rhode Island Senate's condolences upon the passing of MaryAnn Jolicoeur, a former Public Housing Manager for the Woonsocket Housing Authority. It honors her 36-year career as Rhode Island's first female Housing Manager, highlighting her dedication to tenants and community advocacy. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies to her five named family members: Curtis, Robyn, Craig, Caryn, and Kristen Jolicoeur. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or policies.

passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jan 13, 2026

SR 2068: SENATE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING DEEPEST CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF THE HONORABLE SCOTT BILL HIRST

This is a ceremonial resolution (SR 2068), not a bill with policy provisions. It expresses the Rhode Island Senate's condolences upon the passing of Scott Bill Hirst, a longtime Hopkinton Town Council member and local civil servant who served as Council President from 2022-2024. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to his family. It has no effect on laws, regulations, or anyone's rights, as it is purely symbolic.

passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jan 13, 2026

SR 2067: SENATE RESOLUTION CONDEMNING UNAUTHORIZED MILITARY ACTIONS, VIOLATIONS OF FOREIGN SOVEREIGNTY, AND RECURRING U.S. INTERVENTIONIST FAILURES IN LATIN AMERICA

This Rhode Island Senate resolution (SR 2067) condemns unauthorized U.S. military actions and violations of foreign sovereignty, specifically referencing recent events involving Venezuela's leader Nicolás Maduro. It calls for all military force abroad to require explicit Congressional approval, aligning with a recent U.S. Senate resolution. The resolution directs Rhode Island's Secretary of State to send certified copies to the U.S. President, Congress, and Rhode Island's congressional delegation. It does not create new laws but formally expresses the state Senate's position on interventionist policies.

passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jan 13, 2026

SR 2060: SENATE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF PATRICIA ALLEN

SR 2060 is a ceremonial Senate resolution expressing condolences to the Allen family following the passing of Patricia Allen, a former social worker and community volunteer. It formally recognizes her life and contributions, including her work at Landmark Medical Center and involvement with St. James Baptist Church, and directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to her family. As a symbolic gesture with no policy changes or legal effect, it does not impact any laws, programs, or individuals beyond the expression of sympathy.

passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jan 13, 2026

SR 2062: SENATE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF FLORIAN L. BOURGET

This Senate Resolution (SR 2062) expresses the Rhode Island Senate's condolences on the passing of Florian L. "Flo" Bourget of Woonsocket. It honors his life, including his 47-year marriage, career at NASA, community service in Woonsocket, and family. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to Bourget's wife, Suzanne, and their family. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or affect any policies.

passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jan 13, 2026

SR 2065: SENATE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF JOHN EARL GRAY

This is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 2065), not a policy bill. It expresses the Rhode Island Senate's condolences upon the passing of John Earl Gray, a Woonsocket resident and Korean War veteran, and directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to his family. The resolution has no policy impact or financial effect - it solely serves as a symbolic tribute to Gray's life and service. It does not create new laws, alter existing ones, or affect any specific group or program.

passed · Rhode Island · House Jan 13, 2026

HR 7063: HOUSE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF DR. WILLIAM R. HOLLAND

HR 7063 is a commemorative resolution passed by the Rhode Island House of Representatives to express condolences for the passing of Dr. William R. Holland, a former educator, Army officer, and commissioner of higher education. The resolution details his 44-year career in education across Rhode Island and Massachusetts, including his leadership as commissioner overseeing campus improvements at state colleges. It directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to Dr. Holland's family, as approved on January 13, 2026. This is a procedural resolution with no policy changes, solely honoring his legacy.

passed · Rhode Island · House Jan 13, 2026

HR 7062: HOUSE RESOLUTION EXTENDING DEEPEST CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF JOSEPHINE B. FINNEGAN

This is a ceremonial House resolution (HR 7062) passed by the Rhode Island House of Representatives on January 13, 2026, to express condolences for the passing of Josephine B. Finnegan. It formally extends "deepest sympathy and condolences" to her family - specifically her children Rosemary Finnegan and Kevin Finnegan - and directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies of the resolution to them. The resolution contains no policy changes or funding; it solely serves as a symbolic tribute to her life and legacy.

passed · Rhode Island · House Jan 8, 2026

HR 7015: HOUSE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF THE HONORABLE LAWRENCE FERGUSON

This is a ceremonial resolution (HR 7015) passed by the Rhode Island House of Representatives on January 8, 2026. It formally expresses condolences to the family of Lawrence Ferguson, a former Rhode Island State Representative (1985-2000) and longtime educator. The resolution sends condolences specifically to his wife Francine Ferguson and their children Alyssa, Colin, and Jonathan Ferguson. It has no policy impact or direct effect on any laws or constituents, serving only as a symbolic tribute to his life and service.

passed · Rhode Island · House Jan 8, 2026

HR 7014: HOUSE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF THE HONORABLE JOSEPH A. CAPINERI

This House Resolution expresses the Rhode Island House of Representatives' condolences on the passing of former state representative Joseph A. Capineri (1957-1980), who served District 81 in Pawtucket for 24 years. It details his career as a lawyer, community involvement, and family, including his son, Associate Justice Stephen J. Capineri, and daughter Lisa Millar. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies to his surviving children. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no legislative effect or policy changes.

passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jan 8, 2026

SR 2002: SENATE RESOLUTION EXTENDING THE REPORTING AND EXPIRATION DATES OF THE SPECIAL COMMISSION TO MAKE A COMPREHENSIVE STUDY OF RHODE ISLAND'S HEALTHCARE WORKFORCE RELATED TO EDUCATING AND RETAINING PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIANS AND ESTABLISHING A STATE MEDICAL SCHOOL AT THE UNIVERSITY OF RHODE ISLAND

Extends reporting and expiration dates of commission studying RI's Healthcare Workforce Relating to Educating and Retaining Primary Care Physicians and a Medical School at URI from January 2, 2026, to March 1, 2026, and expires on June 30, 2026.