HOUSE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING MARCH OF 2026, TO BE "MUSIC IN OUR SCHOOLS MONTH" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND
This bill designates March 2026 as "Music in Our Schools Month" in Rhode Island to recognize the importance of music education in public schools. The resolution acknowledges the benefits of music programs for student engagement, creativity, and academic outcomes, particularly for at-risk students. It directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to the Rhode Island Music Education Association to formally support music educators in the state.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2026
Committee Review
House Passage
Mar 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Mar 12, 2026
Last action Mar 12, 2026
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This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
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1
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Committee
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Mar 12, 2026
Lower · Passed
03/12/2026 House read and passed
lower
10 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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