H7781

Changes the name of the holiday on the second Monday of August from Victory Day to Peace and Remembrance Day.

Introduced·2/12/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island H7781 renames the holiday on the second Monday of August from Victory Day to Peace and Remembrance Day.

Rhode Island H7781 amends the state's General Laws to change the name of the holiday observed on the second Monday of August from Victory Day to Peace and Remembrance Day. This change aims to reflect a broader interpretation of the day's significance, focusing on themes of peace and remembrance. The act also includes a provision to ensure that no state or municipal governmental department or agency refers to this holiday by any other name in advertisements funded by these entities. The change will take effect immediately upon passage of the bill.

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Special Legislation Committee
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Committee decision

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Calendar

Mar 17

12:00 AM

House Special Legislation Hearing

History

Mar 17

House

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Mar 13

House

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/17/2026)

Feb 12

House

Introduced, referred to House Special Legislation