HOUSE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING FEBRUARY OF 2025, AS "BLACK HISTORY MONTH" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND
HR 5287 is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Rhode Island House of Representatives on February 4, 2025, formally proclaiming February 2025 as "Black History Month" in the state. It does not create new laws or affect any individuals or groups directly; instead, it symbolically recognizes African American contributions to Rhode Island and national history. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to the Rhode Island Black Heritage Society, aligning with the national observance and the 2025 theme "African Americans and Labor."
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
House Passage
Feb 2025
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Feb 4, 2025
Last action Feb 4, 2025
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This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
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Feb 4, 2025
Lower · Passed
02/04/2025 House read and passed
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10 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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