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SR 1137

SENATE RESOLUTION JOYOUSLY CELEBRATING AND COMMEMORATING JUNE OF 2025, AS "PRIDE MONTH" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Pete Appollonio and 9 co-sponsors

Designates June 2025 as Pride Month in Rhode Island to celebrate LGBTQIA+ communities and promote equality, acceptance, and justice.

06/05/2025 Senate read and passed
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Bill Summary · SR 1137

Summary of Senate Resolution SR 1137 (Rhode Island)

SR 1137 is a non-binding ceremonial resolution that joyously designates June 2025 as “Pride Month” in the State of Rhode Island. It commemorates the LGBTQIA+ community and acknowledges ongoing efforts toward equality and justice. The resolution was introduced on June 5, 2025, recommended for immediate consideration, and passed by the Senate on the same day.

Purpose and Intent

  • Officially designate June 2025 as Pride Month in Rhode Island.
  • Celebrate the history, progress, and ongoing challenges faced by the LGBTQIA+ community.
  • Affirm the principles of equality, liberty, and justice for all, including the recognition that trans rights are human rights.
  • Highlight Rhode Island’s Pride events for 2025 and promote understanding, acceptance, and solidarity.

Key Provisions

  • Proclaims June 2025 as Pride Month in Rhode Island.
  • Recognizes the resilience and achievements of LGBTQIA+ individuals and communities locally, nationally, and globally.
  • References the Stonewall Riots of 1969 as a historical touchstone and notes continued disparities in health, housing, and criminal justice, especially for LGBTQIA+ people of color and transgender individuals.
  • Specifically mentions Rhode Island PrideFest & Illuminated Night Parade on June 21, 2025, as part of the month’s celebrations.
  • States that Pride is a time to celebrate love, equality, understanding, respect, acceptance, and justice.

Affected Parties and Impact

  • LGBTQIA+ Rhode Island residents and allies, as a symbolic recognition of their rights and contributions.
  • State government and public institutions, which formally acknowledge Pride Month through this resolution.
  • Community organizations and event organizers associated with Pride activities.
  • The resolution carries no new laws or funding obligations; its impact is largely ceremonial and educational, aimed at raising awareness and signaling official support.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduced: June 5, 2025.
  • Status: Recommended for Immediate Consideration; Senate read and passed on June 5, 2025.
  • Effective date: Not applicable (non-binding resolution; ceremonial designation).

Context and Background

  • Connects to broader LGBTQIA+ rights milestones in Rhode Island (civil rights protections in 1995 and 2001; marriage equality in 2013/2015 nationally).
  • Acknowledges ongoing struggles against discrimination and violence targeting LGBTQIA+ communities.
  • Aligns with annual Pride observances and Rhode Island’s PrideFest events, emphasizing community solidarity.

Transmission of Copies

The Secretary of State is directed to transmit certified copies of the resolution to:
- The President of the United States (Donald Trump at the time)
- Governor of Rhode Island (Daniel McKee)
- Rhode Island Congressional Delegation
- LGBTQ Action Network
- TGI Network of Rhode Island
- SAGE-RI
- PrYSM
- Youth Pride, Inc.
- Project Weber/Renew
- Open Door Health
- Black and Pink
- Thundermist Health Center

Note: This list reflects the organizations named in the resolution for notification and recognition.

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

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