This bill authorizes the creation of special license plates for vehicles associated with the Rhode Island Fire Chiefs Honor Flight Hub, a not-for-profit organization. To obtain these plates, vehicle owners must pay a standard registration fee plus a $40 issuance surcharge and a $10 renewal fee. The collected funds are split between the state's general fund and the organization, which must use its portion to support its mission of transporting WWII and Korean War veterans to Washington, D.C. memorials. The bill also requires the organization to submit annual financial reports and mandates that any Rhode Island-sourced funds be used for local charitable causes.
This bill allows disabled veterans who meet specific injury or disability criteria to receive special "Disabled Veteran" license plates for their vehicles. It also permits these plates to be transferred to a veteran's spouse if the veteran can no longer drive, or if the veteran passes away, allowing the spouse to keep them for life or until remarriage. Additionally, the law enables the issuance of these plates directly to a veteran's spouse under certain conditions, provided official certification of eligibility is submitted. The changes apply to eligible individuals and their spouses regarding vehicle registration and the use of designated license plates.
This Senate resolution officially recognizes "Zambarano Day" on May 5, 2026, to honor the Eleanor Slater Hospital-Zambarano campus in Rhode Island. The bill acknowledges the facility's long history of providing critical long-term acute care services to patients with severe injuries and illnesses since 1995. It expresses appreciation for the hospital staff and declares continued state support for the campus as it plans a new state-of-the-art facility. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy to the hospital staff as a formal gesture of recognition.
This Rhode Island House resolution formally honors and celebrates Armed Forces Day on May 16, 2026, to recognize the service of all U.S. military personnel. The bill acknowledges the sacrifices made by active and reserve members and their families while thanking them for protecting the nation's freedoms. It directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to the Rhode Island Adjutant General for official record-keeping. As a commemorative measure, the legislation does not change laws or policies but serves to express state appreciation for the armed forces.
This bill designates May 2026 as National Military Appreciation Month within the State of Rhode Island. It formally recognizes the sacrifices of current and former military service members, as well as their families, by highlighting various observances held throughout the month. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies to the Governor and the Adjutant General to officially implement this commemoration.
This bill is a House resolution that formally thanks and honors the groundskeepers, maintenance staff, and cemetery specialists at the Rhode Island Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Exeter. It recognizes these employees for their dedicated work in maintaining the 280-acre site, which serves as the final resting place for over 30,000 veterans and their families. The resolution specifically acknowledges the professionalism and respect shown by the staff, noting that some are veterans themselves and that they are state employees under the Office of Veterans Services. Finally, it directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies of the resolution to the Office of Veterans Services and the cemetery staff as a gesture of appreciation.
This Senate resolution expresses condolences for seven U.S. military personnel who died during a conflict with Iran. It directly affects the families of the deceased service members and acknowledges their specific contributions and service records. The bill authorizes the Secretary of State to send certified copies of the resolution to each family as a formal gesture of respect. It does not create new laws or policies but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of the fallen soldiers' sacrifice.
Creates three (3) new awards for Rhode Island National Guard members and would provide eligibility for the Rhode Island star for certain civilian government employees and military and civilian leaders of foreign governments.
This bill is a state-level resolution that commemorates Medal of Honor Day on March 25, 2026, in Rhode Island. It recognizes the state's thirty-five citizens who have received the nation's highest military decoration for acts of extraordinary bravery. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies to the Governor, Director of Veterans Services, and Adjutant General. This is a ceremonial measure that honors military heroes rather than establishing new laws or policies.
This bill proposes to increase the minimum veterans' property tax exemption from $1,000 to $6,000 for municipal taxes. It directly affects veterans who own taxable property, allowing them to deduct a larger portion of their property value from their tax bill. The change would apply to local property taxes rather than state taxes, reducing the amount of tax owed by eligible veterans. The measure is currently under review by the Senate Housing and Municipal Government committee and has been held for further study.
