HOUSE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING FEBRUARY 11, 2025, AS "THE 2ND RHODE ISLAND REGIMENT/BLACK REGIMENT RECOGNITION DAY" TO COMMEMORATE THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF BLACK SOLDIERS DURING THE AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR

This House Resolution designates February 11, 2025, as "The 2nd Rhode Island Regiment/Black Regiment Recognition Day" to commemorate Black soldiers who served in the integrated 1st Rhode Island Regiment during the Revolutionary War. It symbolically recognizes their contributions and valor, particularly their role in the 1778 Battle of Portsmouth, and expresses gratitude for their service. The resolution is purely commemorative, with no policy changes or funding, and directs the Secretary of State to share it with historical organizations and officials. It does not affect any individuals or create new laws.