HOUSE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING FEBRUARY OF 2025 AS “AMERICAN HEART MONTH” IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND
This bill is a symbolic resolution (not a law) proclaiming February 2025 as "American Heart Month" in Rhode Island. It cites local heart disease statistics (217 deaths per 100,000 in 2022) and aligns with the national American Heart Month focus on heart health awareness. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to the Rhode Island Department of Health and the American Heart Association - Rhode Island. It does not create new policies or affect specific groups; it solely serves to raise public awareness through symbolic recognition.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
House Passage
Feb 2025
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Feb 6, 2025
Last action Feb 6, 2025
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
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1
Key actions
1
Committee
0
Feb 6, 2025
Lower · Passed
02/06/2025 House read and passed
lower
10 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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