Rep. Chris Blazejewski

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House resolution that congratulates RIPIN, a Rhode Island nonprofit organization, on its 35th anniversary. It recognizes the group's work in helping families navigate healthcare, special education, and aging services through peer support and advocacy. The resolution formally acknowledges RIPIN's role as a key resource for residents and authorizes the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the document to the organization.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House resolution that formally recognizes and celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Rhode Island Academy of Physician Assistants. It honors the organization's leadership and contributions to healthcare in Rhode Island over the past five decades. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the document to the academy as an official acknowledgment.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates May 2026 as Rhode Island Native Plant Month to raise public awareness about the benefits of native plants. It directly affects residents and organizations by encouraging them to learn about and use native species for landscaping. The resolution asks the Department of Environmental Management to promote the use of these plants to support local wildlife, improve soil and water quality, and reduce the need for pesticides. It does not change laws or allocate funding but serves as a commemorative measure to highlight environmental stewardship.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution that formally honors the Rhode Island Medical Society for organizing the 2026 State House Advocacy Day event. It recognizes the physicians participating in this gathering for their work in patient care and their efforts to share medical expertise with state policymakers. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of this acknowledgment to the medical society, serving as an official record of appreciation rather than changing any laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates May 10-16, 2026, as National Hospital Week in Rhode Island to honor healthcare workers and hospitals. It acknowledges the vital role hospitals play in providing medical care and supporting the state's economy. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy to the Hospital Association of Rhode Island to mark the observance.

Maddy summaryThis Rhode Island House resolution officially designates May 2026 as Jewish American Heritage Month within the state. The measure highlights the historical and cultural contributions of Jewish Americans to Rhode Island, including their roles in the economy, education, healthcare, and public service. It encourages residents to observe the month with ceremonies and educational programs while directing the Secretary of State to share copies of the resolution with relevant community leaders.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House Resolution that formally congratulates the Wheeler School team and their coach, Dayna Cueva Alegria, for winning first place at the 2026 Rhode Island Academic Decathlon. The resolution recognizes the team's success in a ten-subject competition covering areas like science, math, and literature, as well as individual achievements at the national finals. It directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to the coach as an official acknowledgment of their accomplishment.

Maddy summaryThis Rhode Island House resolution formally honors and celebrates Armed Forces Day on May 16, 2026, to recognize the service of all U.S. military personnel. The bill acknowledges the sacrifices made by active and reserve members and their families while thanking them for protecting the nation's freedoms. It directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to the Rhode Island Adjutant General for official record-keeping. As a commemorative measure, the legislation does not change laws or policies but serves to express state appreciation for the armed forces.

Maddy summaryThis legislative resolution commemorates the 250th anniversary of the United States founding on July 4, 2026, specifically within the State of Rhode Island. It encourages citizens, schools, and organizations to participate in events that reflect on American history and the principles of liberty and federalism. Additionally, the bill directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to the Governor of Rhode Island.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates the week of May 10 through May 16, 2026, as 'National Police Week' in Rhode Island to honor law enforcement officers who have died in the line of duty. It does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves as a commemorative resolution to recognize the sacrifices made by police and other officers. The House of Representatives passed the measure, and the Secretary of State is authorized to send copies of the resolution to relevant police organizations and associations.