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HR 6359

HOUSE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING CONDOLENCES

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Chris Blazejewski and 1 co-sponsor

Rhode Island House expresses condolences to families of the deceased and orders a memorial be transmitted by the Secretary of State; a ceremonial act with no policy or fiscal impact

05/22/2025 House read and passed
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Bill Summary · HR 6359

Summary: House Resolution HR 6359 – Expressing Condolences

HR 6359 is a Rhode Island House resolution titled “Expressing Condolences.” It was introduced on May 22, 2025 by Representatives Blazejewski and Chippendale and was read and passed by the House on May 22, 2025. As a resolution, it constitutes ceremonial and formal recognition rather than a change in law or public policy.

Purpose and Intent

  • The primary aim is to convey the Rhode Island House of Representatives’ sincere condolences and sympathy to the families, friends, and communities of individuals who have recently passed away.
  • The resolution serves as a formal expression of respect and remembrance from the House.

Key Provisions

  • The House officially states its sincerest condolences and expression of sympathy to the bereaved.
  • The Secretary of State is instructed to transmit a properly inscribed memorial to the bereaved individuals or families.

Affected Parties

  • The bereaved families and close associates of the deceased named in the resolution.
  • The Rhode Island Secretary of State, who is designated to transmit the memorial.
  • The broader Rhode Island community, which may view the resolution as a public acknowledgment of loss and remembrance.

Notable Details

  • The resolution includes an extensive list of individuals recognized in the memorial, reflecting a broad scope of individuals connected to members of the General Assembly. Notable names referenced include Marie T. "Terry" Rogeski, Mary-Ellen "Mell" Angell-Tardif, Maria Mariano, and several others, along with various speakers and representatives associated with the House.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduced: May 22, 2025
  • Status: House read and passed on May 22, 2025
  • Next steps (not specified in the text): If applicable, the resolution would move through the Senate (if required for the state’s process) or be filed as a commemorative act by the House.

Impact

  • This resolution has no fiscal impact and does not enact policy changes. Its effect is ceremonial, providing a formal acknowledgment of loss and offering condolences on behalf of the House.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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