Rep. Brian Kennedy

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial House resolution expressing condolences for Carol Lee Connell, a longtime Riverside resident and mother of Representative William Connell. The resolution formally extends the House's deepest sympathy to her family members (including her children William Connell, Nancy Rippel, and Michael Connell) and directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies of the resolution to them. It does not create any new laws, policies, or financial obligations. The resolution serves as a symbolic tribute to her life and legacy.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution honoring former Warwick City Councilwoman Helen Stasia Taylor, who passed away. The resolution expresses the House's condolences to her family and recognizes her legacy as a public servant, entrepreneur (owner of businesses like Pizza Villa and Lily’s + Lace), and community advocate. It directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies of the resolution to her children, Sheri Conley and Kelly Taylor. As a commemorative measure with no policy changes, it does not affect legislation or create new obligations.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution recognizing February 17, 2026, as "The Year of the Horse" Lunar New Year celebration. It directly acknowledges the significance of this cultural event for Rhode Island's Asian community and expresses appreciation for their contributions to the state's cultural diversity. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply formally recognizes the occasion and directs the Secretary of State to share a certified copy with the Rhode Island Association of Chinese Americans. It does not create new laws or affect any legal rights or obligations.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 7709) passed by the Rhode Island House on February 11, 2026. It formally congratulates and thanks Dr. Christopher A. Campagnari, MD, for his 32 years of service as a family medicine physician at Wood River Health in Hope Valley, including his leadership as Medical Director from 1998 to 2018. The resolution recognizes his work implementing electronic health records, achieving Patient-Centered Medical Home designation, and his roles at Brown University and Westerly Hospital. It has no policy impact - it simply expresses legislative appreciation for his retirement.

Maddy summaryHR 7713 is a Rhode Island House resolution expressing condolences on the passing of Mary Magavern Worrell, a former teacher, landscape architect, and community volunteer known for her work with St. Martin’s Episcopal Church and the Southside Community Land Trust. Passed on February 11, 2026, the resolution directs the Secretary of State to transmit a certified copy to her husband, Rick Worrell, and family. It does not create new laws or policies but formally honors her life and contributions to Providence and Rhode Island. The resolution is purely commemorative and symbolic.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution (HR 7711) formally congratulates the Berntson family on the 50th anniversary of Diamond Hill Vineyards in Cumberland, Rhode Island. It directly affects the Berntson family, the founders and current owners of the family-run vineyard. The resolution, passed by the Rhode Island House of Representatives on February 11, 2026, expresses legislative recognition of the vineyard’s history since its founding in 1976 and directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to the family. It contains no policy changes or funding provisions, serving solely as a ceremonial tribute.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution, not a substantive bill. It formally designates February 20, 2026, as "National Caregivers Day" within Rhode Island to recognize caregivers. The resolution cites the national observance established by PAHHHA and highlights statistics about family caregivers' time commitments, but creates no new laws or funding. It directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to PAHHHA.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates February 10, 2026, as "211 Day" in Rhode Island to honor United Way 211's 24/7 service connecting residents to health, housing, food, and emergency resources. It recognizes United Way 211's role since 2007 in handling nearly 100,000 requests in 2025 and supporting public emergencies. The resolution is symbolic - no new policies or funding are created - and directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies to United Way and partners. It directly honors United Way 211 and its community collaborators, not specific individuals or groups.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution designating February 7-14, 2026, as "Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Week" in Rhode Island. It does not create new laws or policies but formally recognizes the impact of congenital heart defects - such as septal defects or hypoplastic left heart syndrome - on newborns and families. The resolution urges Rhode Island citizens to observe the week and acknowledges medical efforts to improve outcomes for affected children. As a procedural resolution, it has no direct policy impact beyond raising awareness.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic resolution, not a law. It formally recognizes February 2026 as "National Children's Dental Health Month" in Rhode Island. The resolution encourages all residents to support oral health education and preventive care for children, citing the importance of early dental visits and addressing barriers to access. It has no new requirements or funding; it simply directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to the Rhode Island Dental Association.