HOUSE RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING THE 77TH ANNIVERSARY OF ISRAEL'S DAY OF INDEPENDENCE ON APRIL 30TH THROUGH MAY 1ST, 2025, AND REAFFIRMING THE BONDS OF FRIENDSHIP AND COOPERATION BETWEEN RHODE ISLAND, THE UNITED STATES, AND THE STATE OF ISRAEL

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Mia Ackerman and 9 co-sponsors

Non-binding Rhode Island House resolution honors Israel's 77th independence anniversary and reaffirms enduring friendship and cooperation with Israel and the United States.

05/01/2025 House read and passed

Overview

Bill Type: House Resolution (non-binding)

Bill Number: HR 6292

Introduced: May 1, 2025

Status: Passed the House on May 1, 2025

Purpose: Recognize the 77th anniversary of Israel’s Day of Independence (April 30–May 1, 2025) and reaffirm the long-standing friendship and cooperation among Rhode Island, the United States, and the State of Israel.

Purpose and Intent

The resolution commemorates Israel’s 77th anniversary following its founding in 1948 and its declaration of independence.

It affirms the enduring bond between Rhode Island, the United States, and Israel, emphasizing shared democratic values, mutual interests, and a history of cooperation and friendship.

It expresses a commitment to strengthen these ties moving forward.

Key Provisions

Acknowledges historical milestones related to Israel’s founding, including:

UN General Assembly partition decision (1947)
Israel’s declaration of independence (1948)
establishment of U.S.-Israel diplomatic relations

Describes Israel as a pluralistic, democratic society with protections for freedom of speech, religion, and elections, and highlights its economic, technological, and humanitarian capacities.

Reaffirms that Rhode Island, the United States, and Israel have maintained a special relationship based on shared democratic and moral values and common strategic interests.

Declares Rhode Island’s intent to strengthen bonds of friendship and cooperation with Israel and the United States.

Procedural and Timeline Details

Introduction: May 1, 2025

Committee Action: Referred to as a House measure and subsequently read and passed by the Rhode Island House on May 1, 2025.

Delivery/Transmission: The Secretary of State is authorized to transmit certified copies of the resolution to:

Mr. Adam Greenman, President and CEO of the Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island
Mr. Benjamin Sharoni, Israeli Consulate General in Boston

Affected Parties

Rhode Island residents and institutions, particularly those connected to Rhode Island’s Jewish community and Israel-related relations.

The Rhode Island executive and diplomatic community, via ceremonial diplomacy and public affirmation of ties.

Israel and Jewish organizations with presence or interests in Rhode Island.

Impact and Significance

This is a symbolic, ceremonial resolution affirming longstanding friendship and cooperation.

It serves to educate and remind the public of the historical connections between Rhode Island, the United States, and Israel.

It does not authorize spending or create new policy obligations; rather, it expresses official sentiment and coordination for related commemorative efforts.

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