Adds “space force” to the branches of the military included in various sections of general law regarding the veterans home, veterans cemetery and the power of armed forces officers to take acknowledgements.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution designating February 11, 2025, as "211 Day" in Rhode Island to honor United Way 211. It recognizes United Way 211 as a free, 24/7 service providing vital connections to health, housing, food, and disaster assistance for Rhode Islanders, including support in nearly 200 languages. The resolution has no policy impact - it solely serves to publicly acknowledge the organization's role in community support and crisis response, noting it handled 213,000 assistance requests in 2024-2025. The House passed it on February 11, 2025, directing the Secretary of State to share certified copies with United Way and partners.
Maddy summaryThis bill (HR 5288) is a symbolic resolution designating February 3-7, 2025, as "National School Counseling Week" in Rhode Island. It honors school counselors' roles in supporting students' academic, career, and personal development. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to the Rhode Island School Counselor Association president. It has no legal effect but formally recognizes the contributions of school counselors within the state.
Maddy summaryThis resolution, passed by the Rhode Island House of Representatives on January 23, 2025, expresses the House's deepest condolences to the family of Alan Shawn Feinstein following his passing. It honors his legacy as a philanthropist and entrepreneur who founded the Feinstein Foundation, supported education, and raised over $2.5 billion through the "Feinstein Challenge" to combat hunger. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies to his wife, Pratarnporn Feinstein, and daughter, Leila Feinstein. As a memorial resolution, it has no policy impact but serves as a formal tribute to his contributions to Rhode Island.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) expressing the Rhode Island House of Representatives' condolences upon the passing of Warren D. Cole. It honors his life, noting his military service, family, community involvement (including the RI Greyhound Owner's Association and Asbury United Methodist Church), and personal achievements. The resolution formally directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies to his fiancé, Lori Brierly, and sister, Nancy Marion. As a procedural resolution, it does not create policy or affect any group beyond the named individuals.
Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution, not a substantive bill. The Rhode Island House of Representatives passed HR 5092 to formally express "deepest sympathies" on the passing of Andrea Marie Hopkins, a longtime URI community leader and community volunteer. The resolution honors her life, career (including roles at URI and Centerville Bank), and service to Rhode Island (noting her 2024 Philanthropist of the Year award). It directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to her husband, Mark Hopkins, and family. The bill has no policy impact or financial provisions.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial House Resolution extending condolences on the passing of Martin E. Cooper, a Rhode Island community leader and advocate for justice, bias prevention, and Holocaust education. The resolution formally expresses the House's deepest sympathy to his family - his wife Betsy, children, granddaughter, and siblings - and directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies to them. It does not create any new laws, policies, or funding. The resolution serves solely as a formal tribute to Mr. Cooper's life and community contributions.
Maddy summaryHR 5057 is a procedural resolution expressing condolences for Joseph A. Gilmartin, a former North Kingstown history teacher and championship high school football coach in Rhode Island. The resolution, passed by the Rhode Island House of Representatives on January 15, 2025, formally mourns his passing and directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies to his wife, children, and siblings. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, as it is solely a commemorative gesture honoring his contributions to education and athletics. The bill directly affects the Gilmartin family by providing official recognition of their loss.
Maddy summaryHR 5008 is a procedural resolution limiting House members to introducing no more than 18 bills or resolutions per legislative session, excluding specific categories. It excludes city/town bills, corporate charter reinstatements, ceremonial resolutions, appropriations, and study commission-related bills. Members must file bills by February 16, 2025 (for the 2023-2024 session), with exceptions allowing up to three late introductions after that date under strict conditions. This rule applies to all members of the House of Representatives during the 2023-2024 legislative sessions.
Maddy summaryThis resolution designates January 2025 as "Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month" in Rhode Island. It formally recognizes the elevated cancer risks firefighters face - citing higher rates of specific cancers like mesothelioma and prostate cancer compared to the general population - based on CDC/NIOSH research. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF). It has no binding policy effects but aims to raise public awareness about firefighter cancer risks. (1 sentence, as it is a procedural commemorative resolution.)
