Extending Congratulations

WHEREAS, It has been made known to the House that certain persons and organizations are deserving of commendation; and Lawrence John Glynn; the joyous and momentous occasion of your 100th Birthday on May 13, 2026, and recognizing your honorable and faithful service to the United States of America during WWII at the Naval Air Station in Charlestown, Rhode Island; Speaker Shekarchi and Representative Azzinaro Edgewood Yacht Club; celebrating the 138th Commissioning Day on May 16, 2026, of the Edgewood Yacht Club; Representative McNamara Viola Lanza; the joyous and momentous occasion of celebrating a Happy 100th Birthday on May 7, 2026; Representative Corvese Meredith Martino, Executive Director, Women in Government; your efforts leading the conference on Women in Government for Rhode Island elected officials and your continued mission to empower women state legislators; Representative Diaz Amy Moran, Valarie Lawson, Margaret Brassard, Sandie Gauthier, Rama Subramanian, Louise Paiva, Shannon Massaroco, Jenny Chacon, Lee Amore, Claudine Taylor, Catherine Moniz, Dr. Sandra Forand; the distinguished honor of being recognized as a Remarkable Woman as part of Women’s History Month for lifting your community, leading with purpose, clearing a path for others and the impact you make every day; Representatives Boylan, Kazarian, Dawson, Furtado Grayson Sylvaria, Kickemuit Middle School Wrestling; the outstanding athletic achievement of winning the 2025-20 Rhode Island Interscholastic League Middle School Wrestling State Championship in the 70 lb. Weight Class; Representatives Speakman, Donovan and Knight Kingstown Corrente, Kickemuit Middle School Wrestling; the outstanding athletic achievement of winning the 2025-20 Rhode Island Interscholastic League Middle School Wrestling State Championship in the 150 lb. Weight Class; Representatives Speakman, Donovan and Knight Lillian Perlin, Kickemuit Middle School Wrestling; the outstanding athletic achievement of winning the 2025-20 Rhode Island League Middle School Wrestling State Championship in the 123 lb. Weight Class; Representatives Speakman, Donovan and Knight Thea Jackson, Mount Hope High School Girls Indoor Track; your outstanding achievements at the 2025-20 Rhode Island Interscholastic League Track & Field Girls Indoor Track Championships and being Individuals State Champion in the Long Jump, High Jump and 55-meter events; Representatives Speakman, Donovan and Knight Gaspee Days Committee; Gaspee Days Proclamation Day Ceremony on May 17, 2026 recognizing and celebrating the 1772 burning of the British ship HMS Gaspee and the beginning of Rhode Island’s Independence; Representative McNamara Astrid Jhonnieli Santos Adames, Classic High School; the outstanding achievement and distinguished honor of being named 20 Poetry Out Loud Rhode Island State Champion; Representative Biah Leah Goodwin, Valedictorian, North Smithfield High School Class of 2026; the outstanding academic achievement and distinguished honor of being named Valedictorian of the North Smithfield High School Class of 2026; Representative Newberry Emerson Deschene, Salutatorian, North Smithfield High School Class of 2026; the outstanding academic achievement and distinguished honor of being named Salutatorian of the North Smithfield High School Class of 2026; Representative Newberry John Golato, State of Rhode Island; your retirement after many years of dedicated and faithful service to the people of the State of Rhode Island as a Supervisor for the Rhode Island Department of Transportation Materials Standards and Compliance; Speaker Shekarchi Donovan Conway, Holden Lambert, Kimberly Hickey, Scott Nicoll, Adelaide Smith, Sanford Trachtenberg, Khadija Kouraj, Lorelei Archambault, Connor Olick, Zoe Gaitanis, Lincoln High School Class of 2026; the outstanding academic achievement and distinguished honor of being named a Lincoln High Schol Class of 20 Top Ten Student; Representative Ackerman Los Primos Meat Market Butcher Shop; celebrating the joyous occasion of the Grand Opening on April 11, 2026 of the Los Primos Meat Market Butcher Shop at 3 Broad Street in Providence, Rhode Island; Representative Diaz West Warwick Welding; the distinguished honor of receiving the Rhode Island Manufacturers Association 20 Henry D. Sharpe Award for your leadership, innovation and contributions to manufacturing excellence in Rhode Island; Representative Casey Steve Ilmrud, Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence; the distinguished honor of receiving the Rhode Island Manufacturers Association 20 Al Lubrano MVP Award for your leadership, innovation and contributions to manufacturing excellence in Rhode Island; Representative Casey Ronald A. Fasano, Fasano Corporation, Inc.; the distinguished honor of receiving the Rhode Island Manufacturers Association 20 Next-Gen Leadership Award for your leadership, innovation and contributions to manufacturing excellence in Rhode Island; Representative Casey Nicholas Jones, ChemArt; the distinguished honor of receiving the Rhode Island Manufacturers Association 20 Manufacturing Innovation Award for your leadership, innovation and contributions to manufacturing excellence in Rhode Island; Representative Casey Atlantic Paper & Supply; the distinguished honor of receiving the Rhode Island Manufacturers Association 20 Partner of the Year Award for your leadership, innovation and contributions to manufacturing excellence in Rhode Island; Representative Casey David A. Brown, Whittet-Higgins Company; the distinguished honor of receiving the Rhode Island Manufacturers Association 20 Chairman’s Award for your leadership, innovation and contributions to manufacturing excellence in Rhode Island; Representative Casey Benjamin White, Taco; the distinguished honor of receiving the Rhode Island Manufacturers Association 20 President’s Award for your leadership, innovation and contributions to manufacturing excellence in Rhode Island; Representative Casey Oluwatosin Adebayo Agbebaku, Riley Amaral, Jayden Baptista, Lacey Campano, Cristina Castro Pablo, Elayna Cilam, Maimouna Saly Clermont, Abigail Costantino, Abigail Ean, Giorgio Gallo, Brianna Garcia, Michael Gomes, Cadence Graves, Gurkirat Grewal, Ava Hannagan, Styve Hilaire, Manuel Jimon, Nicholas Karageorgos, Kaithlyn Kloc, Gianni Limoges, Marc Matinaro, Jaylin Martinez, Kethia Masupa, Leah Matamoros, Edllianie Mejia Colon, Furkan Mucu, Gygy Mulilikwa, Janessa Ortiz, Vera Oyetayo, Jhardene Redwood, Isabella Rivera, Leah Severino, Eleni Sosa, Lucia St. Germain, Camila Toribio, Irilys Torres Morales, Adrienne Vallee, Khiara Vazquez, Jordan Vieira, North Providence High School; your dedication representing the core values of integrity. Citizenship, service, and leadership as a member of the North Providence High School 20 Air Force JROTC; Representatives Corvese, Hull, and O’Brien Rylan Borostti, Juliet Cannon, Jackson Casimiro, Connor Dumas, Marcus Landry, Robert Mitchell, Scouting America Pack 1, Diamond Hill; the prestigious honor of receiving the “Arrow of Light Award” for your commitment and dedication to preparing yourself for crossing over from the Cub Scouts to Scouting America and embarking on a new journey in Scouting; Representative Marszalkowski William F. Kerrigan; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on April 11, 2026; Representative Brien Mount Hope High School Boys Swim Team; the outstanding athletic achievement of winning the Rhode Island Interscholastic League Boys Swimming 2025-20 Division III State Championship; Representatives Speakman, Donovan and Knight Liam Cannon, Murali Mani, John Shunney, Steve Vongsiri; your commitment to promoting the enjoyment of table tennis, serving all ages, abilities, and backgrounds for the people of the State of Rhode Island as a member of the Rhode Island Table Tennis Association; Representative Hopkins Mount Hope High School Gymnastics Team; the outstanding athletic achievement of winning the Rhode Island Interscholastic League Gymnastics 2025-20 Division I State Championship; Representatives Speakman, Donovan and Knight Mount Hope High Boys Basketball Team; the outstanding athletic achievement of winning the Rhode Island Interscholastic League Boys Basketball 2025-20 Division II State Championship; Representatives Speakman, Donovan and Knight Kenny Andreozzi, Mount Hope High School Wrestling; the outstanding athletic achievement of being the Rhode Island Interscholastic League Wrestling 2025-20 JV State Champion; Representatives Speakman, Donovan and Knight Charles Akmakjian, Army (Korea), United States; the distinguished honor of your participation in the “RI2 Honor Flight” sponsored by the RI2 Commission and the Rhode Island Fire Chief’s Association for your dedicated and faithful service to the United States of America; Speaker Shekarchi and Representative Azzinaro Manuel Almieda Jr., Army (Vietnam), United States; the distinguished honor of your participation in the “RI2 Honor Flight” sponsored by the RI2 Commission and the Rhode Island Fire Chief’s Association for your dedicated and faithful service to the United States of America; Speaker Shekarchi and Representative Azzinaro Donato Bozzuto, Air Force (Vietnam), United States; the distinguished honor of your participation in the “RI2 Honor Flight” sponsored by the RI2 Commission and the Rhode Island Fire Chief’s Association for your dedicated and faithful service to the United States of America; Speaker Shekarchi and Representative Azzinaro Clarence M. Butler Jr., Army (Vietnam), United States; the distinguished honor of your participation in the “RI2 Honor Flight” sponsored by the RI2 Commission and the Rhode Island Fire Chief’s Association for your dedicated and faithful service to the United States of America; Speaker Shekarchi and Representative Azzinaro John Capelli, Air Force (Vietnam), United States; the distinguished honor of your participation in the “RI2 Honor Flight” sponsored by the RI2 Commission and the Rhode Island Fire Chief’s Association for your dedicated and faithful service to the United States of America; Speaker Shekarchi and Representative Azzinaro Joseph Cichon Jr., Army (Vietnam), United States; the distinguished honor of your participation in the “RI2 Honor Flight” sponsored by the RI2 Commission and the Rhode Island Fire Chief’s Association for your dedicated and faithful service to the United States of America; Speaker Shekarchi and Representative Azzinaro George Cottrell, Army (Korea), United States; the distinguished honor of your participation in the “RI2 Honor Flight” sponsored by the RI2 Commission and the Rhode Island Fire Chief’s Association for your dedicated and faithful service to the United States of America; Speaker Shekarchi and Representative Azzinaro Jerald DeMello, Army (Vietnam), United States; the distinguished honor of your participation in the “RI2 Honor Flight” sponsored by the RI2 Commission and the Rhode Island Fire Chief’s Association for your dedicated and faithful service to the United States of America; Speaker Shekarchi and Representative Azzinaro William Dias, Army (Vietnam), United States; the distinguished honor of your participation in the “RI2 Honor Flight” sponsored by the RI2 Commission and the Rhode Island Fire Chief’s Association for your dedicated and faithful service to the United States of America; Speaker Shekarchi and Representative Azzinaro Edward Fazio, Army (Vietnam), United States; the distinguished honor of your participation in the “RI2 Honor Flight” sponsored by the RI2 Commission and the Rhode Island Fire Chief’s Association for your dedicated and faithful service to the United States of America; Speaker Shekarchi and Representative Azzinaro Roger Ferland, Marines (Okinawa), United States; the distinguished honor of your participation in the “RI2 Honor Flight” sponsored by the RI2 Commission and the Rhode Island Fire Chief’s Association for your dedicated and faithful service to the United States of America; Speaker Shekarchi and Representative Azzinaro Michael T. Halley, Army (Vietnam), United States; the distinguished honor of your participation in the “RI2 Honor Flight” sponsored by the RI2 Commission and the Rhode Island Fire Chief’s Association for your dedicated and faithful service to the United States of America; Speaker Shekarchi and Representative Azzinaro Ralph Jasparro, Army (Vietnam), United States; the distinguished honor of your participation in the “RI2 Honor Flight” sponsored by the RI2 Commission and the Rhode Island Fire Chief’s Association for your dedicated and faithful service to the United States of America; Speaker Shekarchi and Representative Azzinaro Edward Laferriere, Army (Vietnam), United States; the distinguished honor of your participation in the “RI2 Honor Flight” sponsored by the RI2 Commission and the Rhode Island Fire Chief’s Association for your dedicated and faithful service to the United States of America; Speaker Shekarchi and Representative Azzinaro Dennis Langlois, Marine (Vietnam), United States; the distinguished honor of your participation in the “RI2 Honor Flight” sponsored by the RI2 Commission and the Rhode Island Fire Chief’s Association for your dedicated and faithful service to the United States of America; Speaker Shekarchi and Representative Azzinaro Joseph Mignanelli, US Navy (WWII), United States; the distinguished honor of your participation in the “RI2 Honor Flight” sponsored by the RI2 Commission and the Rhode Island Fire Chief’s Association for your dedicated and faithful service to the United States of America; Speaker Shekarchi and Representative Azzinaro Kevin McEntee, Army (Vietnam), United States; the distinguished honor of your participation in the “RI2 Honor Flight” sponsored by the RI2 Commission and the Rhode Island Fire Chief’s Association for your dedicated and faithful service to the United States of America; Speaker Shekarchi and Representative Azzinaro Robert Pepper, Army (Vietnam), United States; the distinguished honor of your participation in the “RI2 Honor Flight” sponsored by the RI2 Commission and the Rhode Island Fire Chief’s Association for your dedicated and faithful service to the United States of America; Speaker Shekarchi and Representative Azzinaro John Ribeiro, Navy (WWII), United States; the distinguished honor of your participation in the “RI2 Honor Flight” sponsored by the RI2 Commission and the Rhode Island Fire Chief’s Association for your dedicated and faithful service to the United States of America; Speaker Shekarchi and Representative Azzinaro Frank Rodrigues, Navy (Guantanamo), United States; the distinguished honor of your participation in the “RI2 Honor Flight” sponsored by the RI2 Commission and the Rhode Island Fire Chief’s Association for your dedicated and faithful service to the United States of America; Speaker Shekarchi and Representative Azzinaro Ralph A. Ruggiano Jr., Navy (Vietnam), United States; the distinguished honor of your participation in the “RI2 Honor Flight” sponsored by the RI2 Commission and the Rhode Island Fire Chief’s Association for your dedicated and faithful service to the United States of America; Speaker Shekarchi and Representative Azzinaro William Walsh, Army (Vietnam), United States; the distinguished honor of your participation in the “RI2 Honor Flight” sponsored by the RI2 Commission and the Rhode Island Fire Chief’s Association for your dedicated and faithful service to the United States of America; Speaker Shekarchi and Representative Azzinaro Stephen Willkomm, Army (Vietnam), United States; the distinguished honor of your participation in the “RI2 Honor Flight” sponsored by the RI2 Commission and the Rhode Island Fire Chief’s Association for your dedicated and faithful service to the United States of America; Speaker Shekarchi and Representative Azzinaro Joseph Warzycha III, Marine, United States; the distinguished honor of your participation in the “RI2 Honor Flight” sponsored by the RI2 Commission and the Rhode Island Fire Chief’s Association for your dedicated and faithful service to the United States of America; Speaker Shekarchi and Representative Azzinaro Ronald Strunz, Army (Panama), United States; the distinguished honor of your participation in the “RI2 Honor Flight” sponsored by the RI2 Commission and the Rhode Island Fire Chief’s Association for your dedicated and faithful service to the United States of America; Speaker Shekarchi and Representative Azzinaro Michael Bozzi, RIAir Nat’l Guard, United States; the distinguished honor of your participation in the “RI2 Honor Flight” sponsored by the RI2 Commission and the Rhode Island Fire Chief’s Association for your dedicated and faithful service to the United States of America; Speaker Shekarchi and Representative Azzinaro Daniel Bubier, Army (Korea 1977-80), United States; the distinguished honor of your participation in the “RI2 Honor Flight” sponsored by the RI2 Commission and the Rhode Island Fire Chief’s Association for your dedicated and faithful service to the United States of America; Speaker Shekarchi and Representative Azzinaro Tami Iavarone, Navy, United States; the distinguished honor of your participation in the “RI2 Honor Flight” sponsored by the RI2 Commission and the Rhode Island Fire Chief’s Association for your dedicated and faithful service to the United States of America; Speaker Shekarchi and Representative Azzinaro Francis Lafferty, Army (Vietnam), United States; the distinguished honor of your participation in the “RI2 Honor Flight” sponsored by the RI2 Commission and the Rhode Island Fire Chief’s Association for your dedicated and faithful service to the United States of America; Speaker Shekarchi and Representative Azzinaro Lois Ellen Bailey, Navy, United States; the distinguished honor of your participation in the “RI2 Honor Flight” sponsored by the RI2 Commission and the Rhode Island Fire Chief’s Association for your dedicated and faithful service to the United States of America; Speaker Shekarchi and Representative Azzinaro George Hunold, Electric Boat; your retirement after nearly 5 decades of dedicated and faithful service, contributing skills, commitment and pride to an industry that is important to Rhode Island and the United States of America; Representative Casimiro Sophia Aguilar, Jianni J. Amaral, Katherine Bailey, Cristian Barrios, Lianna Barros, Annina M. Bassig, Norah E. Benedict, Capri N. Castosa, Blake M. Douglas, Madison A. Eddins, Santino D. Folco, Giulietta Godbout, Isaiah V. Jackson, Annabelle Janton, Emmerson Langevin, Joseph Masseur, Milania Peluso, Jack Peterson, Cianna S. Rosario, Amaya A. Sanzaro, Brayden M. Sweeney, Olivia Toepfer, Lilliana R. Zarcaro, Kallie G. Zuena, Immaculate Conception Catholic Regional School; the outstanding achievement of being the first class to graduate and complete CPR Certification and your commitment to develop the skills and confidence to respond to life-threatening emergencies; Speaker Shekarchi Scott Hope DAV National Service Director and National DAV AUX Austin Blanton (Chaplain); Disable American Veterans; the honor of your visit to the State of Rhode Island and the RI DAV Convention and your faithful service as a member of the United States Armed Forces and your commitment to the Disabled American Veterans and our beloved heroes; Speaker Shekarchi and Representative Azzinaro Wicked Tulips Flower Farm; the joyous and momentous occasion of the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting of Wicked Tulips Flower Farm located at 1 Exeter Road in the Town of North Kingstown; Representative Craven Chief Daniel Marcinko, Cranston Fire Department; your retirement after 36 years of faithful service and dedication to the preservation of life and property from fire and other disasters for the people of the City of Cranston, Rhode Island; Representative Paplauskas Crystal Bozigian, Teacher, North Providence High School; the distinguished honor of receiving the th Annual Susan B. Wilson Civic Award Grand Prize for your outstanding effort in teaching students about democracy and the importance of civic engagement in building a vibrant society; Representatives Corvese and Hull Antonetta Riccioti; the joyous and momentous celebration of your 100th Birthday on April 26, 2026; Representative Felella Bristol Train of Artillery; celebrating the 250th Anniversary of the Bristol Train of Artillery and recognizing the dedication to preserving our military heritage through education, historical accuracy and community engagement; Representatives Donovan and Speakman Head Coach Doug Haynes, Assistant Coach Derrick Campbell, Genesis McNeill, Emma Harding, Emily Morgan, Charlize Romero, Sydney Waitekus, Qiana Sumner, Meleeya Robbins, Victoria Wikerson, Ella Johnson, Parisa Monteiro, Natalyah Williams, Layla Perry; CCRI Women's Basketball Team; the outstanding achievement of winning the NJCAA Region XXI Championship with an undefeated 14-0 record in regional play, 22-3 overall record and appearance in the NJCAA Division III National Tournament; Representative Felix Head Coach Doug Haynes, CCRI Women's Basketball Team; the outstanding achievement and distinguished honor of being named for the fifth consecutive season as the NJCAA East District Coach of the Year; Representative Felix Madeline Szepesi, Public Affairs Officer, Brianna King, Public Affairs Officer, Savannah Stewart, Honor Guard, Isaac Recinos, Honor Guard, Robert Johnson, Honor Guard, Ryan Bailey, Honor Guard, Nicholas Sargent, Honor Guard, Christopher Avalos, Honor Guard, Kaylee Gault, Choir, Hiley Carr, Choir, Benjamin Dussault, Choir, Patrick Donaldson, Trumpet, Chad J. Abel, CPO, USN, Ret, Senior Naval Science Intructor, Coventry High School NJROTC; the distinction and honor of your participation in the Vietnam Veterans Day Celebration at the Rhode Island State House on March 27, 2026; Speaker Shekarchi and Representative Azzinaro Jacob D. Fontes, Troop 6 Bristol/Warren; the distinction and honor of attaining the rank of Eagle Scout in the Boy Schouts of America for your commitment and dedication to the values of Scouting, Character, Citizenship and Fitness; Representatives Speakman, Donovan and Knight Deadbeats Providence; the joyous and momentous occasion of Deadbeats Providence celebrating 3 years in Providence, Rhode Island; Representative Morales Tortilleria El Guate; the joyous and momentous occasion of the Grand Opening of Tortilleria El Guate on Atwells Avenue in Providence, Rhode Island; Representative Morales The Castle Chimney; the joyous and momentous occasion of the Grand Opening of The Castle Chimney on Chalkstone Avenue in Providence, Rhode Island; Representative Morales Frank Olean Center; the joyous and momentous occasion of the th Anniversary of the Frank Olean Center and your continued mission to provide personalized guidance and support for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities; Representative Azzinaro Anderson Ballesteros; your visit to the State of Rhode Island and your contributions to the arts as well as the Colombian community; Representatives Alzate and Giraldo Amaris Garcia; the distinguished honor of being named the Honorable Mention Prize winner of the th annual Susan B. Wilson Civic Award; Representative Blazejewski Center for Mediation & Collaboration Rhode Island; your 30 years of outstanding and dedicated service to train, educate and mediate in order to empower Rhode Islanders to resolve conflicts; Representatives Caldwell and Batista Rene Marcel Lafayette; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday and best wishes for a year of health, happiness and many wonderful memories; Representative Kennedy Nancy N. Toby; the joyous and momentous occasion of celebrating a Happy th Birthday on April 22, 2026; Representative Biah Moses Obessco Sackor; the joyous and momentous occasion of celebrating a Happy th Birthday on April 25, 2026; Representative Biah Bryan Monteiro, Owner, Ollie's Pub; the joyous and momentous occasion of celebrating the Grand Re-opening of Ollies Pub located at 9 West Shore Road in the city of Warwick; Representative Hopkins Donald Burke, Woonsocket Elks, Lodge # 850; the distinguished honor of being named to the prestigious position of Exaulted Ruler of the Woonsocket Elks, Lodge # 850; Representative Phillips Barrington Little League; celebrating the th Anniversary of Barrington Little League and recognizing the commitment to implant the ideals of good sportsmanship, honesty, loyalty, courage and respect; Representatives Boylan and Knight John Sharkey, President, Lincoln Little League; celebrating the th Anniversary of the Lincoln Little League and recognizing the commitment to implant the ideals of good sportsmanship, honesty, loyalty, courage and respect; Representatives Ackerman, Constantino and Shallcross Smith Dave Talan, Elmwood Little League; your 50 years of dedicated and faithful service to getting children active, building self-confidence, teamwork and life skills in a safe, fun and inclusive environment; Representative Slater The Center for Early Learning Professionals; the joyous and momentous occasion of your open house and supporting Rhode Island's childhood community and offering innovative professional development to better serve the children in your care; Representative Shallcross Smith Michael Nolan, Advisor, Model Legislature Club of Coventry High School; your hard work and outstanding commitment to the students of Coventry High School to increase civic engagement, creating their own bill to present them to the State House learning more about politics and having debates; Representatives Read and Noret Gregory Kortick, Advisor, Model Legislature Club of West Warwick High School; your hard work and outstanding commitment to the students of West Warwick High School to increase civic engagement, creating their own bill to present them to the State House learning more about politics and having debates; Representatives Read and Noret Dr. Hans Scholl; your outstanding commitment and tireless advocacy and dedication to fighting climate change here in Rhode Island; Representative Boylan Kart Wadensten, CEO, VIBCO Vibrators, Inc.; the distinguished honor of being named the recipient of the 20 Rhode Island Rhode Island Small Business Person of the Year Award as part of Small Business Week; Representatives Phillips, Brien and Casey Marcia Blount, President/CFO, Julie Blount, Executive Vice President, Blount Boats; the distinguished honor of being named the recipient of the 20 Rhode Island Rhode Island & New England Jeffrey Butland Family-Owned Small Business Award as part of Small Business Week; Representatives Phillips, Brien and Casey Jessica Mello, Assistant Vice President/Loan Officer, Community Investment Corporation; the distinguished honor of being named the recipient of the 20 Rhode Island Rhode Island & New England Financial Services Champion Award as part of Small Business Week; Representatives Phillips, Brien and Casey Lancelot Pinnock, Founder - Design Engineer, Dana Pinnock, CEO, Hideaway Solutions LLC; the distinguished honor of being named the recipient of the 20 Rhode Island Rhode Island Manufacturer Award as part of Small Business Week; Representatives Phillips, Brien and Casey Jennifer McCabe, Owner, Cookie Chow; the distinguished honor of being named the recipient of the 20 Rhode Island Rhode Island Homebased Small Business Award as part of Small Business Week; Representatives Phillips, Brien and Casey Julia Girman, Owner/Operator, JG Fitness & Performance; the distinguished honor of being named the recipient of the 20 Rhode Island Rhode Island Microenterprise Award as part of Small Business Week; Representatives Phillips, Brien and Casey Abby Antwi, Co-Founder, Akos Antwi, Co-Founder, Revive Therapeutic Services; the distinguished honor of being named the recipient of the 20 Rhode Island Rhode Island Woman-Owned Small Business Award as part of Small Business Week; Representatives Phillips, Brien and Casey Amanda Mottola, Faith Driven CEO, Otraswag; the distinguished honor of being named the recipient of the 20 Rhode Island Rhode Island Joseph G.E. Knight Award for Entrepreneurial Excellence Award as part of Small Business Week; Representatives Phillips, Brien and Casey Maureen Ewing, Director, Rhode Island Department of State Business Services Division; the distinguished honor of being named the recipient of the 20 Rhode Island District Director Award as part of Small Business Week; Representatives Phillips, Brien and Casey Paul Bourget; the distinguished honor of being named as the Knights of Columbus, RI State Council "Knight of the Year for the 202-20 Fraternal Year"; Representative Brien Kim Ann Barnes; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 17, 2026; Representative Kennedy Christopher Carter; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 8, 2026; Representative Kennedy Christine Lucille Clayton; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 5, 2026; Representative Kennedy Kathleen K. Debartolo; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 14, 2026; Representative Kennedy Lori Falco; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 2, 2026; Representative Kennedy Donald Scot Gingerella; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 12, 2026; Representative Kennedy Michael S. Miller; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 24, 2026; Representative Kennedy Judith Ann O'Connell; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 2, 2026; Representative Kennedy Candus Jane Reynolds; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 27, 2026; Representative Kennedy Mary Anne Ruisi; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 8, 2026; Representative Kennedy Laurinda Jean Savona; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 15, 2026; Representative Kennedy Laura Ann Scalise; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 2, 2026; Representative Kennedy Tammy J. Sheldon; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 9, 2026; Representative Kennedy Ronald P. Sherman; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 14, 2026; Representative Kennedy Kelly Eileen Shinners; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 5, 2026; Representative Kennedy Cheryl Ann Thacker; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 15, 2026; Representative Kennedy Robert John Zenga, Jr.; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 3, 2026; Representative Kennedy Joseph Norman Ballata; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 23, 2026; Representative Kennedy James E. Borden; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 25, 2026; Representative Kennedy Lynn M. Cahoon; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 5, 2026; Representative Kennedy Roberta Callahan; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 3, 2026; Representative Kennedy Deborah Ann Findeisen; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 22, 2026; Representative Kennedy Susan L. Gaccione; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 27, 2026; Representative Kennedy Ronald Leo Gagne; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 3, 2026; Representative Kennedy Judy Lynn Gerber; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 30, 2026; Representative Kennedy Edwrd R. Kasabuski; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 27, 2026; Representative Kennedy Robert L. Lofton; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 8, 2026; Representative Kennedy James D. McDade; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 28, 2026; Representative Kennedy John A. Ottman; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 20, 2026; Representative Kennedy Kathy A. Palmer; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 8, 2026; Representative Kennedy Douglas Robert Reese; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 26, 2026; Representative Kennedy Laryl R. Riley; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 17, 2026; Representative Kennedy Pamela Lee Salimeno; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 17, 2026; Representative Kennedy Paul C. Turcotte; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 8, 2026; Representative Kennedy Suzanne Marie Ventura; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 3, 2026; Representative Kennedy Jeffrey J. Williard; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 25, 2026; Representative Kennedy Susan M. Degregorio; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 22, 2026; Representative Kennedy Elsie Jean Kelly; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 30, 2026; Representative Kennedy Patricia A. Lorenson; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 9, 2026; Representative Kennedy Linda M. Milkman; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 21, 2026; Representative Kennedy Donald M. Panciera, Jr.; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 19, 2026; Representative Kennedy Paul Norman Searle; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 22, 2026; Representative Kennedy Donald Francis Spencer; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 19, 2026; Representative Kennedy Michelle Ann Williamson; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 26, 2026; Representative Kennedy Donald Ray Bergander; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 9, 2026; Representative Kennedy Wayne Thomas Fortune; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 29, 2026; Representative Kennedy Rosina Gabriele; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 30, 2026; Representative Kennedy James Edward Less; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 17, 2026; Representative Kennedy Jane Frances Manahan; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 18, 2026; Representative Kennedy Robert Miranda; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 13, 2026; Representative Kennedy Carlyn I. Novello; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 18, 2026; Representative Kennedy Jamie Twombly Brown; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 17, 2026; Representative Kennedy Theresa Ann Delicato; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 2, 2026; Representative Kennedy Esther E. Dumas; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 14, 2026; Representative Kennedy Barbara F. Wickwire; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 16, 2026; Representative Kennedy Patricia Louise Swan Collins; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 17, 2026; Representative Kennedy Paul T. Cote; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on June 7, 2026; Representative Kennedy The joyous and momentous occasion of celebrating the 100th Anniversary of the William H. Hall Free Library, a trusted and cherished community resource in Edgewood; Representative McNamara The joyous and momentous occasion of the Grand re-opening and ribbon cutting of Windmoeller and Hoelscher Corporation on May 1, 2026, located at 2 New England Way in Lincoln, Rhode Island; Representative Shallcross Smith Jasper Bruins Slot, Parker Camelo, Arianna De Thomas, Lucas Duquette, Karen Johnson- Hoffman, Aaliyah Krause, Brandon Mota, Haylie Peacock, Abby Wager, G. Gait Davis, Dr. Marguerite Brown, Rhode Island College; the distinguished honor and outstanding and athletic achievement of receiving the Speaker of the Rhode Island House of Representatives 20 Scholar-Athlete Award; Speaker Shekarchi Davante Abney, Andrew Agostinelli, Clyde Boutier, Kody Fretts, Sellymar Garcia, Genesis McNeill, Andre Pires Barbosa, Mayah Santos, Abigail Stinnette, Sophia Valentini, Ken McDonald, Dan Lacorbiniere, Community College of Rhode Island; the distinguished honor and outstanding and athletic achievement of receiving the Speaker of the Rhode Island House of Representatives; Speaker Shekarchi Caralie Basuel, Kylie Bulinski, Jack Hopko, Keeyan ltejere, Nikki Fernando, Emma Larsh, Case Mankins, Nick Martin, Aidan O'Donovan, Sarah Yee, Rhonda Pacheco, Kelli Kidd, University of Rhode Island; the distinguished honor and outstanding and athletic achievement of receiving the Speaker of the Rhode Island House of Representatives; Speaker Shekarchi The joyous and momentous occasion of the dedication of the Community Garen at Ocean State Community Wellness and celebrating the coming growing season; Representative Craven Colleen Daley Nndoye, Executive Director, Project Weber/RENEW; being honored at the Rhode Island State House for your outstanding work providing peer-led outreach, basic-needs support with medical and behavioral healthcare harm reduction and recovery support services; Representative Potter Denise Panichas, Samaritans of Rhode Island; your 25 years of distinguished service leading the Samaritans of Rhode Island and your commitment to free, anonymous access to volunteer supported programs; Representative Solomon Chicanos Car Club; you outstanding commitment and hard work on behalf of the State of Rhode Island; Representative Sanchez Erica Saccoccio; your outstanding commitment to The Early Education Empowerment Conference and bringing together owners, educators, administrators for breakthrough leadership, empowerment teams and thriving classrooms; Representative Shallcross Smith Annaka Moylan, Draevin Rodriguez, Joshua Rojas, Korra Luttrell, Luis Feliciano Batista, Mannan Chaudhary, Quinnlyn Vadenais, Raegan Ward, Za'hayrah Evans, Zachary Wescott, Abdriel Heredia, Adella Chaleunsouk, Bryan Faria Rosa, Gabriela Fernandez Furtado, Heidy Urquilla Lopez, Juaquin Rodriguez, Keryl Amboya Penafiel, Lucas Escobar Vigil, Obed Santos Baez, Patricia Borges Da Silva, Valentina Guette, Ambar Mejia Rodriguez, Beatriz De Amorin Fernandez, Ezabella Vieira, lzehinosen Okpoko, Karla Polanco Morales, Luis Bernal Portillo; the outstanding academic achievement of being named to The National junior Honor Society for your commitment to scholarship, leadership, service, character and citizenship; Representative Phillips Boys and Girls Clubs of Cumberland-Lincoln; the joyous and momentous occasion of celebrating the th Anniversary of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Cumberland-Lincoln and your continued mission to enable young people to reach their full potential; Representatives Ackerman and Shallcross Smith IBEW Local 9 Electricians; your participation in National Apprenticeship Week assisting employers, apprentices, graduates, labor representatives and workforce partners host events to showcase the value of strengthening the workforce to meet industry needs; Speaker Shekarchi Nicholas Michael Edwards, Northeastern University; the outstanding academic achievement of graduating from Northeastern University with a Masters Degree in Public Administration; Representative McEntee Frank J. Russo; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on May 23, 2026; Speaker Shekarchi Amy Greer, Esq., L'20, Associate Attorney, Dratel and Lewis; the distinguished honor of being named the recipient of the Alumni Champion Award by the Roger Williams University Law Champions of Justice; Speaker Shekarchi Josephine Lucier; the joyous and momentous occasion of celebrating a happy 100th Birthday on April 19, 2026; Representative Read Michael Richard; the outstanding accomplishment of completing the University of Rhode Island Master Gardener's program; Representative Shallcross Smith NOW, THEREFORE BE IT

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives hereby extends to the aforesaid persons and organizations its very best wishes on this memorable occasion and expresses the hope for continued good fortune; and be it further

RESOLVED, That the Secretary of State be and hereby is respectfully requested to transmit a properly inscribed citation to each of the aforesaid.