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All 25,118 Active 5 In committee 20,549 Passed 5,917 Signed 4,510 Failed 6,972

passed · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 1, 2025

SR 920: SENATE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING APRIL OF 2025, TO BE "PARKINSON'S AWARENESS MONTH" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

This Senate Resolution (SR 920) symbolically proclaims April 2025 as "Parkinson's Awareness Month" in Rhode Island. It does not create new laws or allocate funding but formally recognizes Parkinson's Disease through a state-wide proclamation. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to share the proclamation with the American Parkinson Disease Association, Rhode Island Chapter. It aims to raise public awareness about Parkinson's Disease, which affects roughly 1,000-2,000 people in Rhode Island, though it does not change policies or services.

passed · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 1, 2025

SR 933: SENATE RESOLUTION JOYOUSLY CELEBRATING THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE CREATION OF THE RHODE ISLAND STATE POLICE DEPARTMENT

This Senate Resolution (SR 933) commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Rhode Island State Police Department's founding. It designates April 2025 as "State Police Month" and April 2, 2025, as "State Police Day," directing the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to the Police Superintendent. The resolution has no policy impact or direct effect on residents or law enforcement operations - it is purely ceremonial recognition of the department's historical milestone.

passed · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 1, 2025

SR 934: SENATE RESOLUTION CELEBRATING THE 171ST ANNIVERSARY OF THE U.S. -- JAPAN TREATY OF PEACE AND AMITY

SR 934 is a ceremonial resolution celebrating the 171st anniversary of the 1854 U.S.-Japan Treaty of Peace and Amity. It declares March 31, 2025 (the treaty’s signing date) as "Japan Day" in Rhode Island and directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies to state and federal officials. This resolution has no legal effect - it is purely symbolic recognition of historical ties between Rhode Island and Japan, including cultural exchanges and economic partnerships. It does not create new policies or affect any individuals or entities.

passed · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 1, 2025

SR 935: SENATE RESOLUTION JOYOUSLY CELEBRATING "URI DAY" AT THE RHODE ISLAND STATE HOUSE ON APRIL 1, 2025

This is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (SR 935), not a substantive bill. It formally celebrates "URI Day" at the Rhode Island State House on April 1, 2025, to recognize the University of Rhode Island (URI) for its educational, research, and economic contributions to the state. The resolution highlights URI's status as a top-ranked public university and its role in workforce development, without creating any new legal requirements or affecting specific individuals or entities. It directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to URI's president.

passed · Rhode Island · House Apr 1, 2025

HR 6027: HOUSE RESOLUTION EXTENDING THE REPORTING AND EXPIRATION DATES, AND REQUIRING REAPPOINTMENT OF THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY THE ENTIRE AREA OF LAND USE, PRESERVATION, DEVELOPMENT, HOUSING, ENVIRONMENT, AND REGULATION

Extends the reporting and expiration dates, and requires letter of continued interest, to the commission studying land use, preservation, development, housing, environment, and regulation, from June 8, 2025, to June 8, 2026, and expires on June 30, 2026.

passed · Rhode Island · House Apr 1, 2025

HR 6154: HOUSE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING APRIL OF 2025, TO BE “LIMB LOSS AND LIMB DIFFERENCE AWARENESS MONTH” IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

HR 6154 is a commemorative resolution, not a policy bill. It proclaims April 2025 as "Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month" in Rhode Island. The resolution encourages Rhode Islanders to learn about issues affecting people with limb loss or limb difference, support affected individuals and caregivers, and honor veterans who have experienced limb loss. It directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies to the Amputee Coalition and the National Limb Loss Resource Center. This resolution has no binding effect but aims to raise public awareness.

Topics ✓ Veterans

passed · Rhode Island · House Apr 1, 2025

HR 6153: HOUSE RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING APRIL 1, 2025, AS "401GIVES DAY" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

This ceremonial resolution (HR 6153) recognizes April 1, 2025, as "401Gives Day" in Rhode Island. It encourages all residents to participate in 401Gives, a statewide fundraising event aiming to raise over $4.01 million for Rhode Island's nonprofit community. The resolution highlights the nonprofit sector's role in employing 18% of the workforce and providing critical services like housing, education, and environmental protection. It directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies to 401Gives organizers and sponsors, acknowledging their efforts in promoting philanthropy. This is a symbolic gesture with no binding legal effect.

passed · Rhode Island · House Apr 1, 2025

HR 6152: HOUSE RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING THE TALENT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM AT THE UNIVERSITY OF RHODE ISLAND ON THE JOYOUS OCCASION OF REACHING THE MILESTONE OF 5,000 GRADUATES IN 2025

This is a ceremonial House Resolution (HR 6152), not a substantive bill. It formally congratulates the University of Rhode Island's Talent Development Program for reaching 5,000 graduates by 2025. The resolution recognizes the program's 58-year history of supporting disadvantaged Rhode Island students - particularly students of color - with admission, academic support, and retention (83.6% first-year retention rate). It specifically acknowledges key program staff, including Director Gerald R. Williams and Senior Academic Advisor Edward "Ted" Shear, but does not create new policies, funding, or direct legal obligations.

passed · Rhode Island · House Apr 1, 2025

HR 6151: HOUSE RESOLUTION JOYOUSLY CELEBRATING "URI DAY" AT THE RHODE ISLAND STATE HOUSE ON APRIL 1, 2025

This bill is a ceremonial resolution celebrating "URI Day" at the Rhode Island State House on April 1, 2025. It formally recognizes the University of Rhode Island (URI) for its role as a research university and economic contributor, highlighting its educational programs and partnerships. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to URI's president but does not create new laws, funding, or obligations. It affects URI by publicly honoring its contributions, with no direct impact on state residents or policy.

passed · Rhode Island · House Apr 1, 2025

HR 6150: HOUSE RESOLUTION CELEBRATING THE 171ST ANNIVERSARY OF THE U.S. -- JAPAN TREATY OF PEACE AND AMITY

This resolution commemorates the 171st anniversary of the 1854 U.S.-Japan Treaty of Peace and Amity by designating March 31 (the treaty’s signing date) as "Japan Day" in Rhode Island. It honors Rhode Island’s historical ties to Japan, including Commodore Matthew Perry’s Newport roots, the Newport-Shimoda sister city relationship, and cultural exchanges like the Black Ships Festival. The resolution also recognizes current economic and diplomatic connections, noting Japanese companies employ 2,300 Rhode Islanders and contribute $182 million in annual exports. It directs the Secretary of State to share the resolution with state officials, federal representatives, and the Japanese Consul General in Boston.

passed · Rhode Island · House Mar 27, 2025

HR 6142: HOUSE RESOLUTION CELEBRATING LA FRANCOPHONIE FLAG RAISING CEREMONY AT THE RHODE ISLAND STATE HOUSE ON THURSDAY, MARCH 27, 2025

This House Resolution (HR 6142) formally commemorates a March 27, 2025, flag-raising ceremony celebrating "La Francophonie" (the global French-speaking community) at the Rhode Island State House. It recognizes Rhode Island's French-speaking population (over 124,000 residents, including 9,500 fluent speakers) and the cultural contributions of French language and heritage. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to the Alliance Française de Providence, which promotes French culture in the state. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or policies but publicly acknowledges cultural ties.

passed · Rhode Island · House Mar 27, 2025

HR 6144: HOUSE RESOLUTION JOYOUSLY CELEBRATING THE 100TH BIRTHDAY OF LEONA P. MARCHAND ON MARCH 30, 2025

This is a ceremonial resolution (HR 6144) celebrating Leona P. Marchand's 100th birthday on March 30, 2025. It formally recognizes her life and contributions, noting her birth in 1925, marriage, 25+ years of work at Ann & Hope and Central Falls Public Schools, and retirement hobbies. The resolution directs Rhode Island's Secretary of State to send Leona a certified copy of the resolution. As a commemorative measure with no policy or legal effect, it does not impact laws, funding, or specific groups beyond honoring an individual.