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HR 6279

HOUSE RESOLUTION EXTENDING CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF THE HONORABLE ROBERT G. SALISBURY

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Karen Alzate and 9 co-sponsors

HR 6279 expresses Rhode Island’s condolences for Robert G. Salisbury, honors his service as firefighter, tavern owner, and state representative, and directs a copy to his family.

04/29/2025 House read and passed
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Bill Summary · HR 6279

HR 6279 — House Resolution Extending Condolences on the Passing of the Honorable Robert G. Salisbury

Overview

HR 6279 is a formal House of Representatives resolution in Rhode Island that extends condolences to the family and honors the life and service of the Honorable Robert G. Salisbury. As a ceremonial measure, it does not enact policy or require funding. The resolution authorizes the Secretary of State to transmit a certified copy to the family.

Purpose

  • To express the Rhode Island House of Representatives’ deepest condolences and sympathy to the family and friends of Robert G. Salisbury.
  • To recognize Salisbury’s life of public service, community involvement, and family commitments.

Background on Robert G. Salisbury

  • Known as “Bobby” to family and friends.
  • Public service and community work included:
    • Central Falls firefighter from 1972 to 1986.
    • Business owner of the Roundhouse Tavern, acquired in 1979, contributing to community ties and local friendships.
    • Elected to the Rhode Island House of Representatives, District 72, in 1988; served from January 1989 through early January 1991.
  • Survived by daughters Jennifer Hanley (and her husband Charlie) and grandchildren Allie, Audrey, and Tyler; former spouses Kathleen Joyce and Sandra Salisbury and their family members, among others.
  • The resolution states Salisbury’s life was defined by service, generosity, and love for family and community.

Key Provisions

  • Expresses deepest condolences and sympathy to the family and friends of the Honorable Robert G. Salisbury.
  • Acknowledges his career as a firefighter, his long-running community role as a tavern operator, and his service as a state representative.
  • Directs the Secretary of State to transmit a duly certified copy of the resolution to Jennifer Hanley and Family.

Affected Parties

  • Primary beneficiaries: The Salisbury family and close friends.
  • Broader impact: Rhode Island community and readers recognizing his contributions.
  • Governmental actions: Secretary of State to deliver the certified copy.

Procedural History and Timeline

  • Introduced and Read: Listed as introduced by a group of Representatives (Alzate, Shekarchi, Blazejewski, Chippendale, Cruz, Felix, Shallcross Smith, Messier, Furtado, Kazarian).
  • Legislative Action: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
  • Passage: House read and passed on April 29, 2025.
  • Status: Ceremonial resolution; promotes remembrance and honors Salisbury’s service.

Note: This document reflects the official summary of HR 6279 as a memorial resolution recognizing the late Robert G. Salisbury.

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

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