S.2745

Names the India Point Park Overpass pedestrian bridge as the "Joseph M. Lima Overpass" to honor the former Deputy Majority Leader's legislative achievements and his lifelong dedication to the Portuguese-American community.

Introduced·2/27/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island S2745 names the India Point Park Overpass pedestrian bridge as the "Joseph M. Lima Overpass" to honor Joseph M. Lima's contributions.

Rhode Island S2745 amends the General Laws to rename the India Point Park Overpass pedestrian bridge as the "Joseph M. Lima Overpass." This change honors Joseph M. Lima's legislative achievements and his dedication to the Portuguese-American community. The act adds a new section to Chapter 22-7.4, which governs the naming of state constructions. The bridge will now be recognized for Joseph M. Lima's public service and impact on the Fox Point neighborhood and the State of Rhode Island.

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Where it stands

Current
Special Legislation and Veterans Affairs Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

Senate Committee on Special Legislation and Veterans Affairs: Be held for further study

9 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Apr 8

12:00 AM

Senate Special Legislation and Veterans Affairs Hearing

History

Apr 8

Senate

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Apr 3

Senate

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/08/2026)

Mar 27

Senate

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration