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SR 632

SENATE RESOLUTION RESPECTFULLY REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR, THE DIRECTOR OF THE RHODE ISLAND DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Alana DiMario and 5 co-sponsors

SR 632 is a ceremonial Senate memorial honoring Alvin Leon Matthews, offering condolences to his family and recognizing his community impact, with no legal or fiscal effect.

04/10/2025 Senate read and passed
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Bill Summary · SR 632

SR 632 — In memory of Alvin Leon Matthews

A concise summary of the bill, its purpose, provisions, and potential impact.

Overview

  • Bill Type: Senate Resolution (memorial)
  • Bill Number: SR 632
  • Title: In memory of Alvin Leon Matthews
  • Subject: Memorial resolution honoring Alvin Leon Matthews
  • Status: Reported enrolled
  • Introduced: May 28, 2025
  • Classification: Resolution (Memorial)
  • 2018? NM8DS notation: Refers to the subject/derivation within the memorial context

Purpose and Intent

  • The resolution serves as a ceremonial tribute to the life and contributions of Alvin Leon Matthews.
  • It expresses collective remembrance, acknowledges his impact on the community, and offers condolences to his family and friends.
  • As a memorial resolution, it does not create or modify law or authorize any expenditures.

Key Provisions (typical content of memorial resolutions)

  • A formal preamble recognizing the significance of Alvin Leon Matthews and summarizing his life and service.
  • Statements honoring his character, achievements, and contributions to the community.
  • Expressions of sympathy and condolences to his family and loved ones.
  • A directive that a copy of the resolution be transmitted to the family or included in official records/journals as a matter of public remembrance.
  • Administrative notes indicating the resolution’s passage and its ceremonial nature.

Note: The specific biographical details are not provided in the summary materials. The text of the resolution would ordinarily include concise biographical highlights and acknowledgments of service or impact.

Affected Parties and Scope

  • Primarily a ceremonial recognition by the Senate.
  • Benefits or acknowledgments extend to Alvin Leon Matthews’ family, friends, and the community that honors his memory.
  • No direct legal or fiscal impact; no changes to statutes or programs.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduced: May 28, 2025
  • Received by Secretary of the Senate: May 28, 2025
  • Read & Adopted: May 31, 2025
  • Vote Recorded in Journal: May 31, 2025
  • Reported Enrolled: May 31, 2025

Practical Implications

  • Serves as an official record of remembrance within the Senate.
  • May be used by the family and community to recognize Alvin Leon Matthews’ legacy.
  • Not a legislative instrument with budgeting, regulatory, or policy changes.

Summary

SR 632 is a ceremonial memorial resolution honoring Alvin Leon Matthews. It progresses from introduction to enrollment in a short period (end of May 2025) and functions as an official expression of remembrance, sympathy to his family, and acknowledgment of his impact, without imposing legal duties or financial obligations.

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

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