Bill > S0625

This bill adds the Space Force to various sections of Rhode Island's general laws that reference military branches, ensuring that members of the Space Force are included in statutes related to veterans' affairs, vehicle registration, military service recognition, and other areas. Specifically, the bill updates multiple legal sections to explicitly mention Space Force alongside other military branches like Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, and Coast Guard. This includes provisions related to veterans' benefits, burial rights, motor vehicle registration for veterans, acknowledgment of legal documents by military officers, fair housing practices, and exemptions from certain legal proceedings. The changes are primarily technical in nature, aimed at recognizing the Space Force as an official branch of the United States military and ensuring its members receive the same rights, protections, and recognitions as service members from other branches. The bill will take effect immediately upon its passage, providing a comprehensive update to Rhode Island's legal code to reflect the newest branch of the U.S. military.

Government Affairs, Military Affairs and Security

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