Maddy summarySenate Resolution 1035 officially designates May 5-11, 2025, as "Lung Cancer Action Week" in the State of Rhode Island. This resolution encourages all Rhode Islanders to learn more about lung cancer, its risk factors, and early detection.
Maddy summarySenate Resolution 1031 honors and celebrates Councilman Andrew J. Annaldo, Jr. and the community members for their efforts in saving the Wanskuck Library. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to transmit copies to Councilman Annaldo and the Wanskuck Library Manager.
Maddy summarySenate Resolution 1029 congratulates Burrillville Police Chief Colonel Stephen J. Lynch on his induction into the Rhode Island Criminal Justice Hall of Fame. This resolution honors Chief Lynch for his distinguished career and contributions to criminal justice in Rhode Island.
Maddy summarySenate Resolution 1028 proclaims May 5th through May 9th of 2025 as "Teacher Appreciation Week" in the State of Rhode Island. This resolution acknowledges the hard work and dedication of teachers in the state and directs the Secretary of State to transmit copies to the presidents of the Rhode Island Federation of Teachers and Health Professionals and the National Education Association of Rhode Island.
Maddy summarySenate Resolution 1032 proclaims the week of May 5th through May 12th of each year as "Composting Awareness Week in the State of Rhode Island." The resolution recognizes the importance of composting for nourishing plants, mitigating climate change, conserving water, preventing pollution, and recycling waste, and encourages its practice by businesses and individuals statewide.
Maddy summarySenate Resolution 1034 supports the recognition of the Pokanoket Tribe as the ancient and ongoing stewards of their ancestral homeland and acknowledges their central role in shaping the region. It honors the tribe's ancestors and descendants, committing to promote and protect their cultural heritage, sacred lands, and rightful place in Rhode Island history.
Maddy summarySenate Resolution 1033 proclaims May 10, 2025, as "Lupus Day" in the State of Rhode Island to raise awareness about the autoimmune disease. The resolution also encourages charitable donations to organizations like the Lupus Foundation of America that are involved in lupus research and patient services.
Establishes a prekindergarten seat finder to support families in accessing high quality early childhood education programs for three (3) and four (4) year old children.
Directs the commissioner of postsecondary education to prepare a strategic plan for public higher education which is aligned with the goals of the board of education's strategic plan.
Allows continuing care providers to provide care in an individual’s home, subject to the same disclosures and requirements as continuing care provided in a facility.
