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HR 6390

HOUSE RESOLUTION EXTENDING CONDOLENCES

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

The bill expresses the House’s condolences for recently deceased individuals and requires the Secretary of State to deliver a memorial inscription to the bereaved.

06/05/2025 House read and passed
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Bill Summary · HR 6390

Summary: Rhode Island House Resolution HR 6390 — Extending Condolences

Overview

House Resolution 6390 is a ceremonial, non-binding resolution in the Rhode Island General Assembly titled “House Resolution Extending Condolences.” The resolution expresses sorrow over the deaths of a number of individuals and requests that the Secretary of State transmit a memorial inscription to the bereaved. It was introduced and brought to passage on June 5, 2025.

Purpose and Intent

  • The primary purpose is to formally extend the House of Representatives’ condolences to the families and loved ones of individuals who have recently passed away.
  • The resolution signals the state legislature’s recognition of the loss and offers sympathy on behalf of the House.

Key Provisions

  • Expression of Condolences: The House states that it has learned with sorrow of the passing of the named individuals and extends its sincerest condolences and sympathy to the bereaved.
  • Memorial Transmission: The resolution directs the Secretary of State to transmit a properly inscribed memorial to the bereaved.
  • Formal Language: The operative text includes standard “WHEREAS” language acknowledging the deaths and “NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED” followed by the condolence and memorial transmission provisions.

Named Individuals (as listed in the resolution)

The resolution identifies the following individuals as those whom the House extends condolences to (noting that several entries reference members of the Rhode Island House):
- Ronald A. Cardillo
- Representative Fellela
- George E. “Perky” Mayhew, Jr.
- Representative Kennedy
- Wayne Michael Morgan
- Norman T. Brien
- Amalia DiGiacinto
- Arthur L. Bentley
- Representative Lombardi
- Representative Costantino
- Additional references to “Representative Kennedy” and “Representative Fellela” appear in the list

Note: The list includes both general individuals and members of the House of Representatives, reflecting Rhode Island practice of condolences for both colleagues and other community members.

Procedural History and Status

  • Introduced: June 5, 2025
  • Status: 06/05/2025 – House read and passed
  • Legislative Action: The House of Representatives read and passed the resolution on the same day it was introduced, indicating expedited consideration typical for condolence resolutions.
  • Next steps: As a resolution, it is ceremonial. If also considered by the Senate, it would typically follow the Senate’s procedures for resolutions; otherwise, it serves as a formal expression of the House’s sentiments.

Impact and Implications

  • Legal/Policy Impact: No changes to law or policy; no fiscal impact indicated. It serves a symbolic and ceremonial function.
  • Procedural Impact: Creates a formal record of condolences and requires the Secretary of State to deliver a memorial inscription, ensuring a tangible commemorative gesture to the bereaved.
  • Public and Community Impact: Reinforces the legislature’s role in acknowledging community loss and honoring individuals associated with Rhode Island.

Notes

  • The document is a “Resolution” (classification: resolution), not an act/law.
  • The content reflects standard commemorative language used by state legislatures to acknowledge the passing of notable individuals and constituents.

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

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