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passed · Rhode Island · House Feb 4, 2025

HR 5290: HOUSE RESOLUTION EXTENDING CONGRATULATIONS

HR 5290 is a non-binding House resolution that formally congratulates 25 specific students from the Community College of Rhode Island for achieving Dean’s List status during the Fall 2024 semester. It directly recognizes these students by name, with each entry including their representative’s name. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it is purely ceremonial recognition. This type of resolution is standard practice for acknowledging individual academic achievements without altering laws or government operations.
Mike Chippendale (R) Chris Blazejewski (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate Feb 4, 2025

SR 162: SENATE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF DAVID E. POTTS

This is a ceremonial Senate resolution expressing condolences for David E. Potts, a Providence resident and U.S. Army veteran who passed away. The resolution formally honors his life, military service, career, and family, and directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to his wife, Cheryl A. Potts, and family. It does not create any new laws or affect policy, as it is a symbolic gesture of respect. The bill was passed by the Rhode Island Senate on February 4, 2025.
Val Lawson (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate Feb 4, 2025

SR 160: SENATE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING FEBRUARY OF 2025, TO BE "CHILDREN'S DENTAL HEALTH MONTH" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

This Senate Resolution (SR 160) symbolically designates February 2025 as "Children's Dental Health Month" in Rhode Island. It does not create new laws or policies but formally urges citizens and organizations to observe the month to raise awareness about children's oral health. The resolution highlights that tooth decay is the most common chronic childhood disease in the U.S., often causing school absences, and emphasizes the need for dental workforce development in the state. It affects all Rhode Island residents by promoting public awareness of dental health for children.
Alana DiMario (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate Feb 4, 2025

SR 159: SENATE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING "CARRIGAN NELSON DAY" ON FEBRUARY 8, 2025, IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

This is a commemorative resolution (not a law) designating February 8, 2025, as "Carrigan Nelson Day" in Rhode Island. It honors Carrigan Nelson, a young woman who has courageously battled pediatric osteosarcoma since 2019 while advocating for pediatric cancer funding and awareness. The resolution symbolically recognizes her advocacy and inspires "Cancer Warriors," with no direct policy changes or obligations. The Senate passed it on February 4, 2025, directing the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to Carrigan Nelson.
Linda Ujifusa (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate Feb 4, 2025

SR 163: SENATE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING DEEPEST CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF ANTHONY V. ARICO

This Senate Resolution (SR 163) expresses the Rhode Island Senate's deepest condolences to the family of Anthony V. Arico following his passing. It recognizes his 30-year career as Deputy Director of the Rhode Island Department of Business Regulation, his military service, and his decades of community and political involvement in Barrington. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to his widow, Joan G. Arico. As a symbolic gesture of respect, it has no policy provisions or direct impact on legislation.
Walter Felag (D) Lou DiPalma (D) Bridget Valverde (D) Gordon Rogers (R) Dawn Euer (D)
passed · Rhode Island · House Jan 30, 2025

HR 5238: HOUSE RESOLUTION EXTENDING DEEPEST CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF VIOLET ROSE LITTLE

This is a ceremonial resolution (HR 5238), not a substantive bill. It formally expresses the Rhode Island House of Representatives' deepest condolences on the passing of Violet Rose Little, a community member and mother of former colleagues Rep. Anastacia Williams and Rigoberto Cano Little. The resolution acknowledges her life, family, education, career at Rhode Island College, and decades of volunteer work with churches and community organizations. It was passed by the House on January 30, 2025, and directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies to her family.
Joe Shekarchi (D) Karen Alzate (D) Mike Chippendale (R) Ramon Perez (D) Scott Slater (D)
passed · Rhode Island · House Jan 30, 2025

HR 5239: HOUSE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING JANUARY 30, 2025, TO BE "RHODE ISLAND FOOD INSECURITY AWARENESS DAY" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

This bill (HR 5239) is a symbolic resolution declaring January 30, 2025, as "Rhode Island Food Insecurity Awareness Day." It directly recognizes the state's ongoing food insecurity crisis, citing that 38% of Rhode Island households struggled to meet basic food needs in 2024, with higher rates among communities of color. The resolution has no new funding or policy changes; it solely serves to raise public awareness and directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to the Rhode Island Community Food Bank. The House passed it on January 30, 2025, as a non-binding gesture.
Joe Shekarchi (D) Mike Chippendale (R) Tom Noret (D) Deb Fellela (D) Brian Kennedy (D)
passed · Rhode Island · House Jan 30, 2025

HR 5243: HOUSE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING CONDOLENCES

HR 5243 is a ceremonial House Resolution expressing condolences for the passing of 14 individuals, including former officials and community members. It directly affects the bereaved families of those listed, such as Debra Pauline Johnson and Francis "Frank" Fiore. The resolution's key provision is the House formally extending sympathy and requesting the Secretary of State transmit a memorial to the families. This is a symbolic gesture with no policy changes or financial impact, as it solely conveys legislative sympathy.
Mike Chippendale (R) Chris Blazejewski (D)
passed · Rhode Island · House Jan 30, 2025

HR 5244: HOUSE RESOLUTION EXTENDING CONGRATULATIONS

This is a ceremonial House resolution (HR 5244) extending formal congratulations to specific individuals for achievements. It recognizes high school athletes (e.g., All-State soccer and volleyball players), students who won VFW awards, and public servants (e.g., promoted firefighters and retiring department chiefs) from North Kingstown and surrounding areas. The resolution has no policy provisions or legal effect - it is purely symbolic, expressing commendation for the listed accomplishments.
Mike Chippendale (R) Chris Blazejewski (D)
passed · Rhode Island · House Jan 30, 2025

HR 5242: HOUSE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING DEEPEST CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF FRIEDRICH ST. FLORIAN

This House Resolution (HR 5242) expresses the Rhode Island House of Representatives' condolences to Friedrich St. Florian’s family following his death. It specifically directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to his wife, Livia St. Florian, and their children and grandchildren. The resolution commemorates St. Florian’s life as a renowned architect, educator at the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD), and designer of the World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C. It has no policy impact beyond formal expression of sympathy.
Joe Shekarchi (D) Terri Cortvriend (D) Tina Spears (D) Jennifer Boylan (D) Arthur Handy (D)
passed · Rhode Island · House Jan 30, 2025

HR 5241: HOUSE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING DEEPEST CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF SERGEANT MICHAEL W. LAWING

HR 5241 is a commemorative resolution passed by the Rhode Island House of Representatives expressing condolences for the death of Richmond Police Sergeant Michael W. Lawing, a U.S. Marine veteran and dedicated officer who led the department's K-9 program and body camera implementation. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to Lawing's family, including his wife Caitlyn and three children. This procedural bill does not create policy changes but formally honors his service and legacy.
Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill formally honors a veteran's service (Sergeant Michael W. Lawing), aligning with topic's recognition category. No policy changes, but direct recognition qualifies as support per topic definition.85% confidence
Joe Shekarchi (D) Mike Chippendale (R) Terri Cortvriend (D) Tom Noret (D) Deb Fellela (D)
passed · Rhode Island · House Jan 30, 2025

HR 5237: HOUSE RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING KATHLEEN A. BROWN ON HER RETIREMENT AFTER FORTY YEARS OF DISTINGUISHED AND DEVOTED SERVICE TO THE RHODE ISLAND GENERAL ASSEMBLY AND THE CITIZENS OF RHODE ISLAND

This is a ceremonial resolution (HR 5237), not a policy bill. It formally congratulates Kathleen A. Brown on her retirement after 40 years of service as an Office Systems Coordinator in the Rhode Island General Assembly's Legislative Data department. The resolution expresses the House's appreciation for her work managing schedules, budgets, and data systems, and acknowledges her contributions to the legislative environment. It has no policy impact and solely serves as a symbolic gesture of recognition.
Joe Shekarchi (D) Mike Chippendale (R) Terri Cortvriend (D) Tom Noret (D) Deb Fellela (D)
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