HR 8616 Rhode Island House · 2026 Regular Session

HOUSE RESOLUTION COMMEMORATING "WORLD REFUGEE DAY" AND RECOGNIZING THE WORK OF DORCAS INTERNATIONAL OF PROVIDENCE ON JUNE 20TH OF 2026, IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

This bill is a commemorative resolution that recognizes World Refugee Day on June 20, 2026, and honors the work of Dorcas International Institute of Rhode Island. It acknowledges the organization's long history of providing services such as legal aid, English classes, and employment support to refugees and immigrants in the state. The resolution also highlights the economic contributions of refugees to Rhode Island's communities and directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to the organization's CEO.
Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Jun 2026
Committee Review
House Passage
Jun 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Jun 4, 2026 Last action Jun 4, 2026
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This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
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Jun 4, 2026
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06/04/2026 House read and passed
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