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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 · House Jan 30, 2025

HR 5240: HOUSE RESOLUTION COMMEMORATING THE 82ND ANNIVERSARY OF THE "FOUR CHAPLAINS", THE FOUR MEN OF GOD WHO SACRIFICED THEIR LIVES DURING WORLD WAR II SO THAT OTHERS MIGHT LIVE

This Rhode Island House resolution (HR 5240) formally commemorates the 82nd anniversary of the "Four Chaplains" - Methodist Minister George Fox, Rabbi Alexander Goode, Dutch Reformed Minister Clark Poling, and Catholic Priest John Washington - who sacrificed their lives during World War II. The bill honors their actions on the SS Dorchester in 1943, where they gave up their life jackets to save others, leading to their deaths. It has no policy impact or affected parties; it is purely ceremonial, directing the Secretary of State to send certified copies to two veterans' organizations. The resolution passed the Rhode Island House on January 30, 2025.

passed · Rhode Island · House Jan 28, 2025

HR 5213: HOUSE RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING PRESIDENT DONALD J. TRUMP AND VICE PRESIDENT JAMES DAVID VANCE ON THEIR ELECTION, AND RECOGNIZING THE 2024 ELECTION AS AN HISTORIC ELECTION

This is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Rhode Island House of Representatives. It formally congratulates President Donald J. Trump and Vice President JD Vance on their election victory and recognizes the 2024 election as historic. The resolution has no policy impact; it simply expresses support and directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies to the President and Vice President. It does not affect any laws, regulations, or specific groups of people.

passed · Rhode Island · House Jan 28, 2025

HR 5212: HOUSE RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING BOSTON CELTICS HEAD COACH AND JOHNSTON NATIVE JOE MAZZULLA ON WINNING THE 2024 NBA CHAMPIONSHIP

HR 5212 is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Rhode Island House of Representatives to congratulate Joe Mazzulla, the Boston Celtics head coach and Johnston, Rhode Island native, on winning the 2024 NBA Championship. The resolution acknowledges Mazzulla's coaching leadership in securing the Celtics' record 18th championship, his Rhode Island roots, and his high school and college basketball achievements. It directs the Secretary of State to deliver a certified copy of the resolution to Mazzulla. This is a symbolic gesture with no policy changes or direct impact on legislation or constituents.

passed · Rhode Island · House Jan 28, 2025

HR 5211: HOUSE RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING THE CELEBRATION OF THE LUNAR NEW YEAR "THE YEAR OF THE SNAKE" ON JANUARY 29TH OF 2025

This Rhode Island House Resolution (HR 5211) symbolically recognizes the Lunar New Year celebration for "The Year of the Snake" on January 29, 2025. It acknowledges the cultural significance of the Lunar New Year, which is celebrated by over 20% of the world, and expresses appreciation for the Rhode Island Asian community's contributions to the state's cultural diversity. The resolution does not create new laws or affect any legal obligations; it is purely ceremonial. The House directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to the Rhode Island Association of Chinese Americans.

passed · Rhode Island · House Jan 28, 2025

HR 5210: HOUSE RESOLUTION CELEBRATING THE 11TH ANNUAL "PHYSICIAN ANESTHESIOLOGISTS WEEK" FROM JANUARY 29TH THROUGH FEBRUARY 4TH, 2025, IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

This is a ceremonial resolution (not a law) celebrating "Physician Anesthesiologists Week" in Rhode Island from January 29-February 4, 2025. It formally recognizes physician anesthesiologists for their role in patient safety during surgery, labor, pain management, and care for Veterans, without creating new policies or affecting anyone through legal requirements. The resolution urges citizens to acknowledge their work and directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to the American Society of Anesthesiologists. It passed the Rhode Island House on January 28, 2025.

passed · Rhode Island · House Jan 28, 2025

HR 5209: HOUSE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING DEEPEST CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF ANTHONY EUGENE PICCIRILLI

This is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) passed by the Rhode Island House of Representatives. It expresses the House's condolences upon the passing of Anthony Eugene Piccirilli, a longtime Deputy Clerk for the Rhode Island State Superior Court and community member. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to his widow, Linda Piccirilli, and family. It has no policy impact or effect on laws or regulations.

passed · Rhode Island · House Jan 28, 2025

HR 5206: HOUSE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING DEEPEST CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF ANTHONY V. ARICO

This is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) passed by the Rhode Island House of Representatives on January 28, 2025. It expresses condolences to the family of Anthony V. Arico, a former Deputy Director of the Rhode Island Department of Business Regulation and longtime public servant. The resolution formally recognizes his 30-year career in state government, military service, and decades of community involvement in Barrington. It directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to his widow, Joan G. Arico. This resolution has no policy impact or funding provisions.

passed · Rhode Island · House Jan 28, 2025

HR 5208: HOUSE RESOLUTION HONORING GEORGE NEE ON THE OCCASION OF HIS RETIREMENT AS PRESIDENT OF THE RHODE AFL-CIO

This is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) honoring George Nee upon his retirement as President of the Rhode Island AFL-CIO. It formally recognizes his 40-year career in labor advocacy, including his leadership building the union to 80,000 members and his work organizing workers and influencing policy. The resolution, passed by the House on January 28, 2025, expresses gratitude for his contributions to Rhode Island workers and directs the Secretary of State to send him a certified copy. It does not create new laws or affect any policies.

passed · Rhode Island · House Jan 28, 2025

HR 5207: HOUSE RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING RESIDENT PHYSICIANS AND FELLOWS AFFILIATED WITH BROWN UNIVERSITY ON THEIR SUCCESSFUL CAMPAIGNS TO ORGANIZE UNIONS AT RHODE ISLAND HOSPITAL-BROWN UNIVERSITY HEALTH AND CARE NEW ENGLAND HOSPITALS

This is a ceremonial resolution, not a policy bill. It formally congratulates resident physicians and fellows at Rhode Island Hospital-Brown University Health and Care New England hospitals for successfully organizing unions affiliated with the Committee of Interns and Residents (CIR-SEIU). The resolution expresses the House's recognition of their unionization efforts and hopes their work helps address healthcare challenges in Rhode Island. It has no binding effect or policy changes - it is purely symbolic recognition of their organizing campaign.

passed · Rhode Island · House Jan 28, 2025

HR 5007: HOUSE RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE RULES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES FOR THE YEARS 2025 AND 2026

This bill adopts the operating rules for the Rhode Island House of Representatives for 2025 and 2026. It establishes procedures for the Speaker's authority (including calling sessions, declaring votes, and managing the calendar), sets the order of daily business (starting with committee reports and ending with adjournment), and defines deadlines for introducing bills. These rules directly govern how House members conduct legislative business, manage votes, and handle committee assignments during the 2025-2026 session.

passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jan 28, 2025

SR 81: SENATE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF JOSEPH A. GILMARTIN

This is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 81) expressing condolences to the family of Joseph A. Gilmartin, a former North Kingstown history teacher and championship high school football coach. It honors his career in education, coaching achievements (including leading North Kingstown High School to three consecutive Division II titles), and his community impact. The resolution has no policy provisions or financial impact; it simply formally expresses the Senate's sympathy and directs certified copies to his wife, children, and family members. As a commemorative resolution, it does not affect any laws or regulations.

passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jan 28, 2025

SR 82: SENATE RESOLUTION EXTENDING DEEPEST CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF CHARLENE C. CONNORS

This is a ceremonial Senate resolution expressing condolences for Charlene C. Connors, a former Cumberland elementary school teacher and community member. It formally conveys the Senate's "deepest sympathy" to her family, including her son, Senator Daniel Connors, and directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to them. The resolution has no policy impact or financial provisions - it serves solely as a formal expression of respect for her life and legacy.