SENATE RESOLUTION EXTENDING DEEPEST SYMPATHY ON THE PASSING OF THE VENERATED LEGAL LUMINARY, JUDGE FRANK CAPRIO
This is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 2006) expressing the Rhode Island Senate's condolences upon the passing of Judge Frank Caprio. It commemorates his life, legacy as a judge and television personality, community service, and family, while extending "deepest sympathy" to his family. The resolution formally directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to Judge Caprio's widow, Joyce Caprio. As a commemorative resolution, it has no binding policy impact or direct effect on any individuals or groups beyond this symbolic gesture.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
Senate Passage
Jan 2026
House Passage
Governor
Introduced Jan 8, 2026
Last action Jan 8, 2026
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This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
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Jan 8, 2026
Upper · Passed
01/08/2026 Senate read and passed
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9 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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