Extending Congratulations

WHEREAS, It has been made known to the House that certain persons and organizations are deserving of commendation; and Behnema Sirleaf, Mikm’ea Campbell, Taisa Tavares, Samuel Alexander; the outstanding achievement and distinguished honor of being inducted into the “20 Pawtucket Teen Hall of Fame”; Representative Cruz Interim Superintendent Robert Mitchell, Barrington Public Schools; your outstanding service providing out schools and community with leadership during a period of transition and continued commitment to empowering all students so that they will have a positive impact in the future; Representatives Boylan and Knight Khalaf Alosman, Rayyan Azam, Olivia Costa, Madison Diehl, Emilia Duarte, Joseph Duquette, Jaiden Gomes, Jameson Hehir, Kayden Houlihan, Yolany Madrid, Carter Manni, Luca Morton, Madelyn Murphy, Moksh Patel, Jose Peralta-Locke, Ricardo Rodriguez, Khloe Santos, Richard Sylvia, Selbi Tevyaw, Jamal Veiga, Malish Vieira, Massiel Vilchez Calle, Fabiana Vizquerra Vilchez, Greenbush Elementary School; the outstanding academic achievement of your promotion from the th Grade at Greenbush Elementary School on June 15, 20 Class of 2026; Representative Serpa Michael Aponte, Sebastian Bonney, Natalie Breard, Harper Danis, William Eghian, Ben Ferrara, Antony Garcia, Lillyana Gustafson, Adalyn Hamilton, Oliver Jacques, Olivia Legault, Nova LiBassi, Mason Mercier-DiMezza, Taneesha Nock, Eamon O’Neill, Jaxon Parent, Annabelle Rivera, Vilannie Rodriquez, Avery Silva, Dustin Stevens, Greenbush Elementary School; the outstanding academic achievement of your promotion from the th Grade at Greenbush Elementary School on June 15, 20 Class of 2026; Representative Serpa Alyssa Adamonis, Amber Cetola, Quinten Emison, Brady Gribbin, Isaish Guy, Anthony Johnson, Autumn Lima, Larkin Longo, Liam Macari, Sebastian Norman, RJ Panneton, Ryleigh Pelletier, Griffin Raiche, Natalie Richards, Addelyn Servello, Jason Turcios, Avery Vang, Emma Wright, Greenbush Elementary School; the outstanding academic achievement of your promotion from the th Grade at Greenbush Elementary School on June 15, 20 Class of 2026; Representative Serpa Olivia Anderson, Aubree Bianco, Kaylee Clark, Mason Cormier, Lorenzo, Damiano Lorenzo, Emmett Ellis, Lucy Ellis, Sam Ferrara, Jay Frechette, Jelis Gonzalez, Spencer Higgins, Violet Hunold-Vega, Quinn Kell, Arianna Lacross, Logan Lizarda, Francis McHale, Jameson Mizell, Aaron Pienda, Mya Robinson, Adeilys Ruiz Torres, Sophia Leah Veras, Greenbush Elementary School; the outstanding academic achievement of your promotion from the th Grade at Greenbush Elementary School on June 15, 20 Class of 2026; Representative Serpa Zaiden Almeida, Colin Bodnaruk, Charlotte Camara, Gavin Downey, Steven Erban, John Garcia Moran, Isla Malinowski, Marie Christella Mantsounga, Linnea Massaro, Thomas McLaughlin, Daniel-Jose Meza, Domenic Ramaglia, Ariella Rodriguez, Ethan Rodriguez, Aiden Smith, Alexandria-Fil Ventigan, Liam Zaniewski, Greenbush Elementary School; the outstanding academic achievement of your promotion from the th Grade at Greenbush Elementary School on June 15, 20 Class of 2026; Representative Serpa Hasim Munir, Brandol Paz, Richard Skally, Robert Sudue, Joel Valdez, Community College of Rhode Island; the outstanding academic achievement of your graduation from the Community College of Rhode Island; Representative Cruz Marcus Lopes, Brian Lionberh; the outstanding academic achievement of your graduation from the CU Program; Representative Cruz Miguel Colon, Justin Hendley, Jose Morales, Gary Rasey, Walter Simpson, Samuel Cabrera, Francisco Concepcion, Thomas Nardolillo, Matthew Peckham, Christopher Richardson, Roger Williams University; the outstanding academic achievement of your graduation from the Roger William University; Representative Cruz Reed Barbour, Raymond Caballero, Alexander Febus, Luis Gomes, Hector Hardy, Elliot Knorr, Luis Matta, Erick Nimaja Patzan, Joshua Strother, Justin Varas; the outstanding academic achievement of your graduation from the GED Program; Representative Cruz The Patio on Broadway; celebrating the rd Anniversary of The Patio on Broadway and recognizing your commitment to provide comforting classics and exciting culinary adventures for the people of the City of Providence; Representative Morales David M. Enos; the distinguished honor of naming the Lincoln High School Auditorium as the “Enos Auditorium” for your commitment and exemplary service to the students of Lincoln High School; Representative Shallcross Smith Jacob Silva, Bishop Hendricken High School; outstanding contributions to the House Minority Office as our Spring Intern; Representatives Place, Fascia, Hopkins, Nardone, Newberry, Paplauskas, Quattrocchi, Roberts and Santucci Lyn and Ed Cameron; the distinguished honor of receiving the East Bay Community Action Program “20 Vision Award” for exemplifying the true spirit of volunteerism and community service; Representatives Cortvriend and McGaw Rafael Lopez, Kesley Quizhpi, Aidmar Brazoban Menendez, Dulce Cornelio, Jonaimys Concepcion, Jacob Peckham, Woonsocket Middle School Villa Nova, Woonsocket; your participation in Generation Citizen-Civics Day at the Rhode Island State House and recognizing your commitment to exercise your civic power and build a just, inclusive democracy that is responsive for all young people; Representative Phillips Cooley Group; celebrating the 100th Anniversary “Century of Innovation” of the Cooley Group and your continued commitment and dedication to developing sustainable high performance and innovation solutions; Representative Alzate Adrianny Verenice Brito Marte, Ashlie Pérez, Carmen Adriana Ampuero, Edgar Vicente, Eduardo Ampuero, Fátima Marte Hierro, Fredy Manolo Marín, Liliana Murillo Miranda, Magali Tellez Balcazar, Maribel Ortiz, Maricela Castro Nelly Branez, Sandy Chaj, Tatiana Liriano de Cepeda, Veronica Pineda, Virgilia Chacon, Yaribel López, Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council “Nuevas Voces” Program; your graduation from Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council “Nuevas Voces” Program and your outstanding efforts to develop leadership skills and an understanding of environmental science and community advocacy; Representative Morales Kristen Gudz, Girl Scouts of Southern New England; the outstanding achievement and distinguished honor of receiving the “Girl Scouts Gold Award” and recognizing your efforts to implement a Take Action Project that will have lasting change and focused on providing comfort to children; Representatives McGaw and Cortvriend Kaleb Benoit, Calleigh Messer, Isabella Kachittavong, Eric Roderick, Woonsocket High School, Woonsocket; your participation in Generation Citizen-Civics Day at the Rhode Island State House and recognizing your commitment to exercise your civic power and build a just, inclusive democracy that is responsive to all young people; Representative Phillips Jazalynn Tavares, Sarymar Martinez, Natalie Hedstom, Villa Nova Middle School, Woonsocket; your participation in Generation Citizen-Civics Day at the Rhode Island State House and recognizing your commitment to exercise your civic power and build a just, inclusive democracy that is responsive to all young people; Representative Phillips Lacie Bachand, Yvonne Gutierrez, Dante Young, Destiny DeSimone, Yhani Maddox, Jeff Medeiros, Gabriela Arias Tabares, Daniela Fornerin Ventura, Andrea Salgado Picado, Hamlet Middle School, Woonsocket; your participation in Generation Citizen-Civics Day at the Rhode Island State House and recognizing your commitment to exercise your civic power and build a just, inclusive democracy that is responsive to all young people; Representative Phillips Sophia Baeta, Sophia Boisvert, Emma Hurley, Chloe Marcotte, Koby Quach, Aidan Quinn, Mia Rocco, Anthony Santangelo, Jake Smolan, Garrett Sylvestre, Mount Saint Charles Academy Class of 2026; The distinguished honor and outstanding academic achievement of being named a Mount Saint Charles Academy Class of 20 Top Ten Student; Representative Ackerman Rhode Island Yacht Club, celebrating the 151st Commissioning Day of the Rhode Island Yacht Club on June 6, 2026; Representative McNamara Patricia Moreau, Northern Lincoln Elementary School; your retirement after 29 years in your position as Secretary for the Principal and dedicated and faithful service to the students and faculty of the Northern Lincoln Elementary School. Representative Ackerman Brendan Desrosiers, Ponaganset High School, Class of 2026; the distinguished honor and outstanding academic achievement of being named Valedictorian of the Ponaganset High School Class of 2026. Representatives Chippendale, Place, and Santucci Molly Souza, Ponaganset High School, Class of 2026; the distinguished honor and outstanding academic achievement of being named Salutatorian of the Ponaganset High School Class of 2026. Representatives Chippendale, Place, and Santucci Gabriel Parra, the privilege and honor of your visit to the Rhode Island State House; Representative Diaz Jared Agundis, Juliea Alger, Brent Angelini, Cole Arpin, Aiden Badeau, Abigail Basset, Nicholas Benoit, Elijah Bhatty, Joshua Boschiachak, Isabel Bolender, Colby Boucher, Kayden Boulay, Ava Bourassa, Jocoby Bourassa, Avery Bousquet, Mila Boyer-Martinez, Tyler Brewer, Emma Campbell, Nicholas Carey, Timothy Casserly, Jessary Cedar, Cayden Closson, Avah Colbert, Felicity Connors, Madison Cordeiro, Declan Costa, Sarah Crossley, Emma Davis, Lydia Davis, Giovanny De La Cruz, Jasmine Demars, Chelsea Demers, Olivia Deprofio, Damian DesJardins, Damien Duarte, Alyvia Ducharme, Krystal Dufresne, Lauren Fagan, Kate Fay, Colin Ferland, Ethan Fitts, Helena Fleming, Tyler Fontaine, Rodney Frenette, Jenna Frontiero, Mitchell Fullam, Chase Gagnon, Kaylin Gamache, Justin Garneau, Samuel Gauvin, Jayda Gibbons, Joshua Gleason, Grant Godzwon, Nadia Gomes, Dante Gomez, Logan Gomez, Logan Gomez, Jasmin Gomez, Neviah Greene, Xavier Guerra, EllaAnn Hebert, Samuel Hernandex Cardoza, Juan Hernandez Delcid, Dylan Holland, Kenneth Hopkins, Aloka Houde, Trevin Jalette, Eli Jimenez, Brayden Johnson, Liliana Keeble, Kaeden Kelley, Samual Klockars, Allen Kopec, Addison Lacey, Christopher Lacouture, Rielynn Laferriere, Dylan Lagleur, Brianna Laliberte, Jack Lamarre, Michaela Lambert, Kayla Lamonthe, Gavin Larson, Collin Lavergne, Emma Leduc, Joao Leite, Kaelyn Lemoine, Makayla Leone, Alexis Leplat, Connor Levesques, Parker Levesque, Christiana Lobao, Alyssa Mainville, Cadence Makowski, Ace Marengo, William Mariette, Darleny Martinez Cabrera, Marissa Masiello, Owen Masse, Janessa McKay, Faith Monteiro, Mason Moore, Camilo Ocampo, Ian Oliver, Izabell Pacheco, Chloe Pascetta, Leo Picard Andrew Pickett, Evan Polacek, Sadie Pomeroy, Jack Rooney, Alexia Rosario, John Ryan , Hohn Ryan, Ella Salera, Mohamed Sankhon, Gustavo Santos, Alex Sawyer, Brooke Scotland, Owen Simpson, Hailey Slekis, Tiana Smith, Cameron Smith, Victoria Steele, Addison Stone, Peyton Strode, Joshua Strychasz, Ethan Taylor, Nathan Thurber, Maximus Tonelli, Kaden Torres, Nomar Torres Luna, Michael Tremblay, Brayton Tupper, Kennedie Tupper, Ryan Tupper, Kylie Van Brunt, Jay Vance, Ryan Bincoli, Spencer Wayland, Logan Williams, Ethan Withington, Jasmine Woodard-Leavitt, Michaella Yoli, Adam Young, Arrow Yuszczak, Joshua Zazza, Burrillville High School Class of 2026; the outstanding academic achievement of your graduation from the Burrillville High School Class of 2026; Representatives Place and Newberry Chief David Zannelli, New Haven Police Department; the privilege and honor of being sworn-in to the rank of Police Chief on the New Haven Police Department and recognizing your commitment to creating a safe and culturally diverse, and inclusive city; Representative Fellela Wendy Joering, Executive Director Sandra Bornstein Holocaust Education Center; the outstanding achievement and distinguished honor of receiving the "Charles Lindenbaum Person of the Year Award" from the Brotherhood of Temple Beth-El. Speaker Blazejewski Frank J. Russo; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on May 23, 2026. Representative Noret Patricia Russo; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on July 31, 2026. Representative Noret Christian Lopez Najera, Gabriell Lopez Najera; The joyous and momentous occasion of celebrating a Happy Birthday on June 2, 2026. Representative Perez Andi Garceau, Cottrell F. Hoxsie Elementary School; your commitment to the Rhode Island School Recycling Project and Get Food Smart Program and recognizing the remarkable success of the "Recycle Rangers" and achieving a 94% decrease in landfill waste in one week. Representative Hopkins Cailin Grzybowski, Girl Scouts of Southeastern New England; the outstanding achievement and distinguished honor of receiving the "Girl Scouts Silver Award" and recognizing your efforts to implement a Take Action Project that will create lasting and sustainable change. Representative Casimiro Isabelle Slowick; the joyous and momentous celebration of your th Birthday on May 30, 2026. Representatives Casy, Brien, and Phillips Steve Arruda, Softball Dir (Jess's Silvia's Dad), Prescott Peckham (Pesky), Terry Leary (Tim teacher at TMS Dad), Bryan & Diane Sanford, Henry Guillette (Lori), Granger Jerome; the honor of receiving the "Tiverton Little League Award" for your commitment to provide a safe environment that uses baseball and softball to teach life lessons, teamwork and sportsmanship; Representative Edwards Cantor Dr. Brian J. Mayer, Temple Emanu-El; your 36 years of faithful service to the congregation of Temple Emanu-El and commitment to shaping generations of the Rhode Island Jewish Community through music, worship, education and community connection; Representative Ackerman Dakota S. Beckvold, Scouting America Troop 5, Bristol, Rhode Island; the distinction and honor of attaining the rank of Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America for your commitment and dedication to the values of Scouting, Citizenship, Character and Fitness; Representatives Speakman and Donovan Cynthia Noble, Holt Funeral Home; your retirement after 39 years of dedicated and faithful service to the people of the City of Woonsocket as a "Beacon of Light "for countless families during their darkest moments; Representatives Casey, Brien and Phillips De La Comunidad Bilingual, Carol Aguasivas and Family School; celebrating the launch of the "Laura Rodriguez Full-Service Community Hub" honoring your beloved mother's lifelong commitment to children and families through her Legacy of Love, Service and Community; Representative Diaz Emmanuel Oluwanifemi Adebayo, James Patrick Brennan, Elizabeth Rose Ceprano, Alarie Elaina Champagne, Cambria Anna DeQuattro, Lilliana Isabella Doucet, Autumn Railynn Duquette, Jerry David Fernandez, Olivia Gomes, Skyler Grist, Preston Lee Luanglath, Adara Montgomery, Jace Micah Moseley, Rachael Munro, Reagan Munro, Joseph A. Olobri Jr., Michael G. Orsini, Amelia Orsini Rachdouni, Elizabeth Ruiz, Armani Santana, Lyla P. Schaumberg, Tiago Sousa-Medeiros, Luca M. Stabile, Francesca Christine Tiernan, St. Augustine School Class of 2026; the outstanding academic achievement of your graduation from the th Grade at St. Augustine School Class of 2026 on June 14, 2026; Representative Hull Noah Winslow, Valedictorian, Evan Duda, Salutatorian, Tiverton High School Class of 2026; the distinguished honor and outstanding academic achievement of being named of the Tiverton High School Class of 2026; Representative Edwards Noah Winslow, Evan Duda, Courtnie Smith, Lia Doster, Amanda Perry, Gianna Peralta, Magnus Caspersen, Meg Morash, Emma Hull, Kylie Burgo, Tiverton High School Class of 2026; the distinguished honor and outstanding academic achievement of being named as a Tiverton High School Class of 20 Top 1 Student; Representative Edwards Russell Duguay, Mayor of Manville; the privilege and honor of being named as the Grand Marshal of the 20 Lincoln Memorial Day Parade; Representative Shallcross Smith Holly Counsens, Grade 4, Gaudet Learning Academy; your retirement after many years of dedicated and faithful service to the students and faculty of the Gaudet Learning Academy; Representative Abney Eric Godin, Social Studies, Middletown High School; your retirement after many years of dedicated and faithful service to the students and faculty of the Middletown High School; Representative Abney Diane Lukowicz, Grade 2, Aquidneck Elementary School; your retirement after many years of dedicated and faithful service to the students and faculty of the Aquidneck Elementary School; Representative Abney Cheryl Rosa, School Nurse/Teacher, Aquidneck Elementary School; your retirement after many years of dedicated and faithful service to the students and faculty of the Aquidneck Elementary School; Representative Abney Gail Sullivan-McCune, Computer Science, Middletown High School; your retirement after many years of dedicated and faithful service to the students and faculty of the Middletown High School; Representative Abney Ruth Lynn Butler, Literacy, Forest Avenue Elementary School; your retirement after many years of dedicated and faithful service to the students and faculty of the Forest Avenue Elementary School; Representative Abney Casey Bowman, 8 Grade Math teacher, Joseph H. Gaudet Middle School; the privilege and honor of being named as the "2024-20 Middletown Teacher of the Year"; Representative Abney Donovan Bazar, Ethan Breitmaier, Anurupa Buchta, Amiah Chaney, Callan Connolly, Kingston DeLeon-Spitaleri, Ariana DeSenna, Zariyah Finona-Boyd, Benjamin Frink, Emily Godinho, William Howes, Juliana Johnson, Maya Kennedy, Carter Lima, Flynn Lyon, Theo Mallet, Aubrey Morgan, Ramona Mountford, Miles Parmenter, Logan Queenan, Marvel Sauvageau, Aubree Torres, Attaquin Tracy, Avery Abrams, Jaheeim Benton, Alice Burre, Clayton Cabral, Luca Coelho, Rayna Cortez, Zayden DaSilva, Zoe De Fayette, Wesley Govey, Kamryn Kamps, Thomas Liu, Landon Mello, Faith Moniz, Phineas Park-Schoener, Violet Ramos, Sabrina Sadler, Anori Smith, Karolina Tierney, Sophia Trout, Simon Wizer, Trenton Baptista, Isabella Cumplido, Jaxon DeLeon-Spitaleri, Madison Perry, Emma Bailey, Scott Beland, Carter Correia, Charlie Costantino, Adriana Cunha, Ellie Fauska, Victor Fernandez, Mason Ferreira, Brayden Flower, Ambri Fonseca, Natalee Gagnon, Violet Garcia, Lucas Gaudiano, Benjamin Greco, Audrey Pierre, Molly Pita, Stella Razza, Hailey Rodrigues, Olive Tuthill, Tucker Wilhelm, Rhodes Wilkening, Silas Ziobrowski, Liam Hayes, Myron J. Francis Elementary School; the outstanding academic achievement of your promotion from the th Grade at the Myron J. Francis Elementary School Class of 2026; Representative Kazarian National Krao Association in the Americas – Rhode Island Chapter; celebrating the th Gala of the National Krao Association in the America's-Rhode Island Chapter and recognizing the continued commitment to provide quality education and healthcare to ensure mobility for the people of our community; Representative Biah Jacob Silva, Hendricken High School; celebrating the Sacrament of Confirmation at Hendricken High School on May 14, 2026 and your dedication and commitment to being a true witness of Christ defending and spreading your faith; Representative Noret Christine and Daniel Kellerman, Cafe Namaste; celebrating the Grand Re-Opening of the Cafe Namaste in Conimicut and recognizing your commitment to supporting your community and providing your customers with a warm and friendly atmosphere; Representative Hopkins Lynn Krim, Owner, The MIii at Shady Lea; being honored for your many years of outstanding commitment and dedication to shaping and sustaining The Mill at Shady Lea where creative people can form a community where they can learn, share and work; Representative Craven Ken Ayars, 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 member of the RI Department of Environmental Management; Representative Cotter Allyson Faubert, Geena Kenyon, Girl Scouts of Southeastern New England; the outstanding achievement and prestigious honor of receiving the "Girl Scouts Gold Award" the highest award in the Girls Scouts (Grades 9-12) for your commitment to make lasting and sustainable change; Representative Kennedy Aidan Correia, Alexandra Squillante, Ana Picozzi, Anna Haun, Senjamin Giansanti, Benjamin Loffier, Charles Garrett, Chase Pinheiro, Dominic Rocchio-Rose, Emma Ferri, Gino Spagnolo, Hannah Liese, Jack Degnan, John Lombardi, Julian Scotti, Liliana Hayes, Maddalena Cirelli, Madison lien, Mia Su, Nathaniel Stroud, Noah Ferri, Owen Silva, Ryan Ginolfi-Laninfa, Samantha LeGoff, Sophia Baldwin, Saint Joseph School Class of 2026; the outstanding academic achievement of your promotion from the th Grade at Saint Joseph School on May 28, 20 Class of 2026; Representative Serpa Michael Chytka, Kylie Delemos, Allison Gervelis, Lea Karoly, Kyle Kidd, Jyoti Ramdass, Carolyn Richer, Andrew Rodrigues, Hanalei Streuli, Portsmouth High School Class of 2026; the outstanding academic achievement of being named a Portsmouth High School Class of 2026 "Top 1 Senior"; Representative Cortvriend Julie Leddy, Coventry Housing Authority; your retirement after 29 years of dedicated and faithful service as a member of the Coventry Housing Authority providing affordable housing opportunities and enhance the lives of the people of the Town of Coventry; Representative Nardone Luke Joseph DeFedele, Scouting America Troop 121, Hopkinton; the distinction and honor of attaining the rank of Eagle Scout In Scouting America for your commitment and dedication to the values of Scouting, Citizenship, Character and Fitness; Representative Kennedy Samantha Brailsford, Girl Scouts of Southeastern New England; the outstanding achievement and distinguished honor of receiving the "Girl Scouts Silver Award" and recognizing your efforts to implement a Take Action Project that will create lasting and sustainable change; Representative Marszalkowski Rhode Island Computer Museum; The Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony of the Rhode Island Computer Museum and your commitment to preserve our rich computer history and inspire our future workforce by providing knowledge and encouraging research; Representative Craven Camila Andrade Fortes, University of Rhode Island Class of 2026; the outstanding academic achievement of your graduation from the University of Rhode Island College of Health Science with a Bachelor's in Human Development and Family Science; Representative Cruz Nicholas Michael Edwards, Northeastern University; the outstanding academic achievement of your graduation from Northeastern University with a Master’s in Public Administration; Representative McEntee Gavin Stegall, Valedictorian, Mt. Hope High School Class of 2026; the distinction and honor of being the #1 highest ranking academic student in the Mt. Hope High School Class of 2026; Representatives Donovan, Knight and Speakman William Southworth, Salutatorian, Mt. Hope High School Class of 2026; the distinction and honor of being the #2 highest ranking academic student in the Mt. Hope High School Class of 2026; Representatives Donovan, Knight and Speakman Jessica Deal, Mt. Hope High School Class of 2026; the distinction and honor of being the #3 highest ranking academic student in the Mt. Hope High School Class of 2026; Representatives Donovan, Knight and Speakman Nathanael Bagg, Mt. Hope High School Class of 2026; the distinction and honor of being the #4 highest ranking academic student in the Mt. Hope High School Class of 2026; Representatives Donovan, Knight and Speakman Isabella Pinheiro, Mt. Hope High School Class of 2026; the distinction and honor of being the #5 highest ranking academic student in the Mt. Hope High School Class of 2026; Representatives Donovan, Knight and Speakman Dylan White, Mt. Hope High School Class of 2026; the distinction and honor of being the #6 highest ranking academic student in the Mt. Hope High School Class of 2026; Representatives Donovan, Knight and Speakman Tyler Scarborough, Mt. Hope High School Class of 2026; the distinction and honor of being the #7 highest ranking academic student in the Mt. Hope High School Class of 2026; Representatives Donovan, Knight and Speakman Bridget Courtney, Mt. Hope High School Class of 2026; the distinction and honor of being the #8 highest ranking academic student in the Mt. Hope High School Class of 2026; Representatives Donovan, Knight and Speakman Kelsey Braun, Mt. Hope High School Class of 2026; the distinction and honor of being the #9 highest ranking academic student in the Mt. Hope High School Class of 2026; Representatives Donovan, Knight and Speakman Abigail Chase, Mt. Hope High School Class of 2026; the distinction and honor of being the #10 highest ranking academic student in the Mt. Hope High School Class of 2026; Representatives Donovan, Knight and Speakman Calvin Moshier, James Schuller and Lucas Sousa, Scouting America Troop 46, Barrington; the distinction and honor of attaining the rank of Eagle Scout in Scouting America for your commitment and dedication to the value of Scouting, Citizenship, Character and Fitness; Representatives Boylan and Knight Johathan p. Currie, Connor Helm, Spencer H. Smith, Sam Spencer and Justin Tibbetts, Scouting America Troop 2, Barrington; the distinction and honor of attaining the rank of Eagle Scout in Scouting America for your commitment and dedication to the value of Scouting, Citizenship, Character and Fitness; Representatives Boylan and Knight Julie Leddy, Director, Coventry Housing Authority; your 29 years of dedicated and faithful service, providing affordable housing opportunities and comprehensive programs to enhance the lives of the people in the Town of Coventry, Rhode Island; Representatives Noret and Serpa Evelyn Aardal, Jaxson Acosta, Winter Adams, Ava Billington, Mia-Nicole Blanco, Sereynun Bun, Amelie Cambio, Aranza Chavez-Hui, Lenora Clarke, Olivia Clarke, Isabella Cocca, Finnian Cox, Dylan Croke, Amiliah Cruz, Cora Daly, Hollis Donise, Violet Dority, Adrianna Dom, Gerald Estevez Fernandez, Caleb Graham, Maggie Harrigan Thorp, Sophia Hiraldo, Mia Hodge, Alisha Hok, Olive lmbriani, Arianna Isernia, Kiara Izaguirre Chavarria, Amirah Keane, Mya Lincoln, Anastasia Loezos, Olive Loezos, Anderson Lora, Anthony Lora, Eva McGovern, Landon Moeun, John Molon, Ismael Morel Morfa, Elena Muralles, Emilio Ogando, Riley Ortiz, Alexander Pestana, Jameson Powers, Zachary Rivera, Yanelis Rodriguez, Joshua Rodyn, Frederic Shelton, Dakota Sheriff, Analeah Silva, Tony Smolinski, Jade Valerio, Montserrat Vallejo Made and Aria Vargas; the outstanding academic achievement of your promotion from the th Grade at Edward S. Rhodes Elementary School on June 12, 2026; Representative McNamara Johnston Historical Society; the Rhode Island Semiquincentennial commission Liberty Tree Planting Ceremony at the Johnston Historical Society commemorating Rhode Island's role in the American Revolution and symbolizing freedom, equality and independence; Representative Fellela Callie Baez Hutchinson, Emily Aldrich, Julian Brownell, Bella Anthony, Gonzalo Fernandez de la Mela, Jade Cardoso, Caleb Flores, Xavier Cherry, Olympia Forcier, Joshua Conley, Dyland Fuentes Romero, Marcos Garden, Madison Harley, Chloe Gennani, Nancy Ith, A'ryha Gomes, Xzavier Jerez, Nora Hemond, Penelope Lamaire, Phoebe Johnson, Calder Lund, Jose Morales, Jaysion Martinez, Athena Phann, Brady McCulloch, Gino Policastro, Laila Mitchell, Emmalynn Rainville, Daniel Noj, Axel Rivera Romero, David Rainville, John ("Sal") Signore Ill, Jude Schroeder, Oliver Simone, Xander Simas, Isaiah Stevens; the outstanding academic achievement of your promotion from the th Grade at E.T. Wyman Elementary School on June 17, 2026; Representative McNamara William A. Roy, Sr.; the joyous and momentous celebration of your 100th Birthday on July 1, 2026 and recognizing your outstanding service to the United States of America as a member of the United States Navy; Representative Noret Angel Gautreaux; celebrating your first live concert at the Alma Center On May 28, 2026 and recognizing the beginning of a lifetime of musical success and being a "Rising Star in Music"; Representative Diaz Barrington High School Sailing Team, Elery Kloc, Sophia Lepine, Kaylee Henchman, Maddie Kiely, Nina Hansen, Duffy Macaulay, Benjamin Reuter, Kai Beland, Dr. Michael Reuter, Head Coach, Abigail Tutt, Assistant Coach, Gabriella Weimer, Mia Niewiecki, Calvin Moshier, Mollie Declercq; winning the New England fleet Race Championship in the A and B division and the distinction of being the first public school in 32 years and the first school from Rhode Island to ever win the O'Day Trophy; Representatives Boylan and Knight Zariah A. Spangler, Central High School; Yazan Alothman, Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School; Mirellen Cordosa Goncalves, Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School; Daniel Roldan, E Academy; Oliver E. Garcia Pena, The Juanita Sanchez E. Complex; Jordalice Cardona, Times Academy and Roxanna M. Sanchez, Times 2 Academy; the outstanding academic achievement of your graduation from the Accelerate and P-Tech dual enrollment programs at the Community College of Rhode Island; Representative Batista Dr. Rafael Montero; En roconocimiento a su destacada trayectoria como médico, investigador y académico dominicano, y su valioso aporte a la salud pública y al docenia universitaria; Representative Felix Sonia Aldana Morales, Nathaly Andujar, Lugo Anita Bruno, Flor Maria Cabreja, Maria Veronica Cano, Virginia Cortez, Karla De La Rosa, Nubia Isabel Durango Quintero, Anayra Garcia, Ivania Garcia, Gabriella Garzaro, Maria Jose Gutierrez Paz, Wendy Huegas, Arlette Hidalgo, Rocio Marte-Poirier, Andrea Paola Mendez, Carolina Menendez, Roxana Mercado Rojo, Sandra Ortiz, Natalia Otero, Celeste Rosales, Nadya Sanchez Bernal, Belkys Then, Madeline Torres de Alexis,; the outstanding achievement and distinguished honor of our graduation from the "Latina Leadership Institute Class of 2026" for your commitment to drive meaningful change in your community and beyond; Representative Alzate Sayles Hill Rod & Gun Club; celebrating the Dedication and Members Homecoming Day on July 18, 2026 and your continued commitment to promote safe and responsible gun use while fostering a community for hunting and shooting enthusiasts; Representative Newberry Nataly Acevedo, Mendy Chen, Brooke Ciancaglini, Gianna Etheridge, Margaret Martin, Haley Pistacchio, Jacob Salguero, Lillian Wallin, Isabella Wu, Gabriela Paulino-Cabrera; the outstanding academic achievement of your graduation from North Providence High School and the Accelerate and P-Tech dual enrollment programs at the Community College of Rhode Island; Representatives Corvese, O'Brien and Hull Aaron E. Estrada Urizar, Jeremy O. Estrada, Audrey G. Flor, Isabella R. Fossberg, Jaelle L. Gonzalez, Alejandra J. Jiron Cardenas, Jesus E. Juarez Linares, Therese Marien J. Mapacpac, Learn Martinez, Angelyn H. Mathieu, Nahiomy A. Matias Jimenez, Victoria R. Morales Garcia, Bryan O. Mota Ordonez, Aaliyah Natareno-Gamez, O'Brien, Gabriella N. Payano, Derickson Victoria I. Poirier, Alessa M. Santamaria Ortiz, Aaliyah A. Santisteban, Drayton-Dennis J. Sena, Dashanty D. Agramonte, Jhanaia Aquino Baez, Yuliana S. Avila, Lucas G. Barratt, Olivia L. Belbin, German G. Carranza Velasquez, Sydney E. Chavez Perez, Camilla D. Flores, Eric J. Gardner, Yassin K. Hassanen, Madison B. Medina Murillo, Mayco A. Mota Pol, Brittany A. Quinonez Ramirez, Ariyana S. Rosario, Antonio N. Suchite Samayoa, Faith J. Toayen, Angelys Ventura Matos, Amahri Walker, Isabella S. Yuricevic, Allen T. Adevoso, Iker D. Blanco Castro, Estefany R. Cruz Castro, Vanessa R. Cruz, Michael J. Delgadillo Rivera, Jayceon L. Ferrell, Bethany M. Garabito Aponte, Gaisha J. Leblanc, Christopher M Lewis, Jr., Marlys D. Morales Urizar, Saimel A. Pimentel Villalona, Dulce I. Pol, Rubi Y. Ramos Estrada, Bilma Ramos Saban Stefen J. Song, Travis S. Um, Elirianny Vargas Suarez, Rosanny Almonte Castillo, Valentina J. Blanco, Sophia F. Castillo, Yuseli Abigail N. Cifuentes Martinez, Naimel C. De La Rosa Castillo, Beheshta Fahim, Jessica T. Hang, Genesis M. Hernandez Mateo, Johasfey D. Ortega Vargas, Brianna Ortiz De Leon, Danna Recio Genao, Nasir C. Samuels, Dylan J. Santos Perez, Sarita Silva Fuentes; the outstanding academic achievement of your promotion from the th Grade at Gladstone Street Elementary School on June 12, 2026, Class of 2026; Representative Lima Wesley Cole, Meadow Monteiro, Andrew Pepler, Madeline Lee, Julia Melo, Molly Oser, Adrianna Peralta, Kaitlyn Swinehart, Malcolm Cellemme, Avery Correia, Charlotte Gilfillen, Sasha Joy, Cruz Renchan, Tiverton Middle School Mock Trial Team; the outstanding achievement and distinguished honor of winning the Rhode Island Legal Education Foundation Middle School Mock Trial Tournament 2025-2026; Representative Edwards Samantha Brailsford, Girl Scouts of Southern Rhode Island; the outstanding achievement and distinguished honor of receiving the “Girl Scouts Silver Award” and recognizing your efforts to implement a Take Action Project that will create lasting and sustainable change; Representative Marszalkowski Grace Poethke, Ashley Schopac, Emma Trainor, Girl Scouts Southern New England; the outstanding achievement and distinguished honor of receiving the “Girl Scouts Silver Award” and recognizing your efforts to implement a Take Action Project that will create lasting and sustainable change; Representative Nardone Dr. Gordon Wood; being honored at Rhode Island Historical Society’s celebration of our nation’s 250th Anniversary and your role as one of the most important voices in recounting the history of the Revolution and as a leader in history and teacher education; Speaker Blazejewski Celeste Dyer, Director, Cumberland Public Library; your retirement after more than years of dedicated and faithful services, providing equitable access to knowledge and resources for the people of the Town of Cumberland, Rhode Island; Representative Voas Benjamin Hernandez, Celibeth I. Mercedes, Raquel M. Ortiz Soberanis, Joseline Soberanis, Rihanna Ruiz Perez, Nalea M. Smith; the outstanding academic achievement of your graduation from E Academy and the Accelerate and P-TECH dual enrollment programs at the Community College of Rhode Island; Representative Biah Ranier Martinez, Alexis Hall, Alexander Razo, Laura Orozco, Jared Winslow, Ariel Alana Burns, Leslie Estevez, Nicole Harper, Christian Olasanoye; the outstanding achievements of your graduation from the “Legacy Collective RI” and your commitment to inspire positive change and become a growing part of better representing all Rhode Island voices; Representative Morales BCI Detective Donna Newton, Providence Police Department; your retirement after many years of faithful service and commitment to improving the quality of life for the people of the City of Providence as a member of the Providence Police Department “Integrity, Honesty and Professionalism”; Representative Hull Ptlm. Joseph Madeira, Providence Police Department; your retirement after many years of faithful service and commitment to improving the quality of life for the people of the City of Providence as a member of the Providence Police Department “Integrity, Honesty and Professionalism”; Representative Hull Ptlm. Vincent Pazzetta, Providence Police Department; your retirement after many years of faithful service and commitment to improving the quality of life for the people of the City of Providence as a member of the Providence Police Department “Integrity, Honesty and Professionalism”; Representative Hull Troop 418, Girl Scout Troop; the outstanding achievement of receiving the Girl Scout Bronze Award for completing a Take Action Project “Girls Assisting Shelter Pets” and creating sustainable change and lasting impact in your community; Speaker Blazejewski Troop 563, Girl Scout Troop; the outstanding achievement of receiving the Girl Scout Bronze Award for completing a Take Action Project “Composting with Barrington Farm School” and creating sustainable change and lasting impact in your community; Speaker Blazejewski Troop 53, Girl Scout Troop; the outstanding achievement of receiving the Girl Scout Bronze Award for completing a Take Action Project “Comfort Care Bags” and creating sustainable change and lasting impact in your community; Speaker Blazejewski Troop 212, Girl Scout Troop; the outstanding achievement of receiving the Girl Scout Bronze Award for completing a Take Action Project “Activity Blankets” and creating sustainable change and lasting impact in your community; Speaker Blazejewski Troop 965, Girl Scout Troop; the outstanding achievement of receiving the Girl Scout Bronze Award for completing a Take Action Project “Renewing the Garden” and creating sustainable change and lasting impact in your community; Speaker Blazejewski Troop 5, Girl Scout Troop; the outstanding achievement of receiving the Girl Scout Bronze Award for completing a Take Action Project “Shoe Cubby for Wellville” and creating sustainable change and lasting impact in your community; Speaker Blazejewski Troop 455, Girl Scout Troop; the outstanding achievement of receiving the Girl Scout Bronze Award for completing a Take Action Project “Rainbow Memorial Bridge” for the RISPCA and creating sustainable change and lasting impact in your community; Speaker Blazejewski Troop 1034, Girl Scout Troop; the outstanding achievement of receiving the Girl Scout Bronze Award for completing a Take Action Project “Bristol Animal Shelter Enrichment” and Care and creating sustainable change and lasting impact in your community; Speaker Blazejewski Troop 293, Girl Scout Troop; the outstanding achievement of receiving the Girl Scout Bronze Award for completing a Take Action Project “Kids Care Kits” and creating sustainable change and lasting impact in your community; Speaker Blazejewski Troop 434, Girl Scout Troop; the outstanding achievement of receiving the Girl Scout Bronze Award for completing a Take Action Project “Our Planet Has No Restart Button” and creating sustainable change and lasting impact in your community; Speaker Blazejewski Troop 989, Girl Scout Troop; the outstanding achievement of receiving the Girl Scout Bronze Award for completing a Take Action Project “Project Hope” and creating sustainable change and lasting impact in your community; Speaker Blazejewski Troop 1311, Girl Scout Troop; the outstanding achievement of receiving the Girl Scout Bronze Award for completing a Take Action Project “Trash Bash!” and creating sustainable change and lasting impact in your community; Speaker Blazejewski 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.