HOUSE RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING MARCH 2026 AS "NATIONAL CREDIT EDUCATION MONTH" AND COMMENDING THOSE ORGANIZATIONS THAT FOCUS ON FINANCIAL LITERACY EDUCATION IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

This bill designates March 2026 as "National Credit Education Month" in Rhode Island to promote financial literacy and responsible credit management. It directly affects consumers, financial institutions, and educational organizations by encouraging workshops, webinars, and seminars on budgeting, saving, and debt management. The resolution specifically commends local groups like RI Jump$tart Coalition and Junior Achievement of Rhode Island for their financial education efforts. The Secretary of State is authorized to send certified copies of the resolution to the National Financial Educators Council to recognize these initiatives.