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SR 3307

SENATE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF RAYMOND POULIOT

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Elaine Morgan

The resolution ceremonially honors Raymond F. Pouliot for his 31-year USPS career, civic service, and dedication to family.

05/21/2026 Senate read and passed
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Bill Summary · SR 3307

Overview

  • Bill: SR 3307 (Senate Resolution)
  • Session: 2026
  • Jurisdiction: Rhode Island
  • Title: SENATE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF RAYMOND POULIOT
  • Introduced by: Senator E. Morgan
  • Date introduced: May 19, 2026
  • Status: Placed on Senate Consent Calendar

Purpose and Intent

  • The resolution expresses condolences on the death of Raymond F. Pouliot.
  • It serves as an official expression of sympathy from the Rhode Island Senate to the Pouliot family and loved ones.
  • The document recognizes Pouliot’s life, public service, and family contributions, and offers condolences on behalf of the Senate.

Key Provisions and Content

  • The resolution provides a biographical summary of Raymond F. Pouliot:
    • Born in Woonsocket, youngest of seven children to Raymond E. and Rolande T. Pouliot.
    • Longtime public servant with the United States Postal Service (USPS).
    • Began as a letter carrier in Pawtucket; advanced to managerial roles.
    • Retired in 2018 as Postmaster of New London, Connecticut, after 31 years of service.
    • In retirement, tended a farm (raising chickens, goats, pigs, and cows).
    • Active in civic life, including service on the Richmond Board of Canvassers.
    • Described as a devoted husband, father, grandfather, foster father, and public servant.
  • The resolution notes Pouliot’s legacy in terms of hard work, devotion to family, and dedication to public service.
  • Personal survivors are listed (spouse Patricia Pouliot, stepson Justin Saccoccio and spouse Gül, and multiple children and grandchildren, along with siblings and extended family).
  • The text concludes with a formal expression of deepest condolences to the Pouliot family.
  • The Secretary of State is authorized to transmit a certified copy of the resolution to Patricia Pouliot and family.

Who or What Would Be Affected

  • The immediate effect is ceremonial and symbolic:
    • Official recognition by the Rhode Island Senate of Raymond F. Pouliot’s life and public service.
    • A formal copy of the resolution sent to Pouliot’s family.
  • No regulatory, fiscal, or policy changes are associated with this bill.
  • It does not create statutes or alter existing law; it is a formal acknowledgment and tribute.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduced: May 19, 2026.
  • Referred to: Senate (and placed on the Senate Consent Calendar) on May 21, 2026.
  • As a Senate Resolution, it typically follows a swift, non-controversial path and requires no hearings or votes beyond consent calendar approval.
  • Effective date: Effective upon passage by the Senate and any necessary subsequent actions (as a concurrent or commemorative resolution, often takes effect immediately upon adoption).

Summary

SR 3307 is a commemorative Senate resolution honording Raymond F. Pouliot for his 31-year USPS career, civic engagement, and dedication to family. It memorializes his contributions as a public servant and farmer, lists his survivors, and authorizes the Secretary of State to transmit the resolution to his family. The measure is ceremonial, with no policy or fiscal changes attached.

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

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