HOUSE RESOLUTION EXTENDING CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF MARTIN E. COOPER
This is a ceremonial House Resolution extending condolences on the passing of Martin E. Cooper, a Rhode Island community leader and advocate for justice, bias prevention, and Holocaust education. The resolution formally expresses the House's deepest sympathy to his family - his wife Betsy, children, granddaughter, and siblings - and directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies to them. It does not create any new laws, policies, or funding. The resolution serves solely as a formal tribute to Mr. Cooper's life and community contributions.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
House Passage
Jan 2025
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Jan 21, 2025
Last action Jan 21, 2025
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This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
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Jan 21, 2025
Lower · Passed
01/21/2025 House read and passed
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10 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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