Rep. Deb Fellela

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial House Resolution, not a policy bill. It formally extends condolences from the Rhode Island House of Representatives to the family of Thomas E. Hodge, a former Pawtucket City Council member and State Representative who served the community for decades. The resolution recognizes his long service, business ownership, and community roles, including his work with the Pawtucket Arts Council and as homeless liaison. It directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to his family. This is a symbolic gesture with no legal effect or policy changes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 7108), not a substantive bill. It expresses the Rhode Island House of Representatives' condolences upon the passing of Ambassador J. William Middendorf II, honoring his service as a WWII Navy veteran, former Secretary of the Navy, U.S. Ambassador to the Netherlands and the European Community, and Republican political figure. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies to his surviving children and grandchildren. No new policies or funding are created or affected by this resolution.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution expressing condolences for the late David R. Carlin, Jr., a former Rhode Island State Senate Majority Leader and longtime public servant. It formally honors his life, career in education, and public service, including his roles in the Senate, Newport School Committee, and as a Democratic Party leader. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to his family. As a memorial resolution, it has no legislative effect or policy changes.

Defines “anti-Semitism” for the state human affairs commission to use while investigating and working to resolve complaints of discrimination and for the commission against prejudice and bias to use in defining hate crimes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution expressing condolences for Constance Petrarca, a 100-year-old Rhode Island resident and mother of State Representative Patricia Serpa. The resolution honors her life, highlighting her role as a devoted family member, member of the "Greatest Generation," and community figure. It directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to Representative Serpa and her family. No policy changes or direct effects on constituents are created by this resolution.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 7015) passed by the Rhode Island House of Representatives on January 8, 2026. It formally expresses condolences to the family of Lawrence Ferguson, a former Rhode Island State Representative (1985-2000) and longtime educator. The resolution sends condolences specifically to his wife Francine Ferguson and their children Alyssa, Colin, and Jonathan Ferguson. It has no policy impact or direct effect on any laws or constituents, serving only as a symbolic tribute to his life and service.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution expresses the Rhode Island House of Representatives' condolences on the passing of former state representative Joseph A. Capineri (1957-1980), who served District 81 in Pawtucket for 24 years. It details his career as a lawyer, community involvement, and family, including his son, Associate Justice Stephen J. Capineri, and daughter Lisa Millar. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies to his surviving children. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no legislative effect or policy changes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution expressing condolences for Alan Geoffrey Hassenfeld, former CEO of Hasbro Toys, following his passing. It does not create any new laws or affect policies; it solely serves as a symbolic gesture of respect. The resolution formally extends "deepest sympathy and condolences" to his family, specifically directing certified copies to his widow (Vivien Maria Hassenfeld) and sister (Ellen Block). No concrete policy changes or mechanisms are involved - this is purely a commemorative act with no legislative impact.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution honoring former Rhode Island state representative Edward L. Dambruch following his passing. The resolution expresses the House of Representatives' deepest condolences to his widow, Joan Dambruch, and commemorates his service in the Rhode Island House of Representatives (1980-1984), education career, and community contributions. It directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to his family. This is a non-binding tribute with no policy changes or direct effects on constituents.

Provides protection from and prevent the unethical, improper conduct and the collection of fees by, anyone advising or assisting a veteran filing a claim for disability benefits with the Department of Veterans Affairs except as authorized by federal law.