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This resolution proclaims April 2025 as "Financial Literacy Month" in Rhode Island, recognizing the critical importance of personal finance education for all residents. The document highlights that the state's financial system is increasingly complex, and many Rhode Islanders struggle with financial challenges at rates higher than regional and national averages. In 2021, Rhode Island enacted legislation to ensure high school students have access to high-quality personal finance education, and this resolution aims to further encourage financial empowerment. The resolution calls on government, businesses, community organizations, and educational institutions to collaborate in helping consumers make informed financial decisions, avoid predatory practices, and plan for economic stability. The Rhode Island Financial Empowerment Roundtable is specifically mentioned as a key collaborative body bringing together various sectors to promote economic growth. By proclaiming Financial Literacy Month, the state seeks to emphasize the importance of financial education and urges all Rhode Islanders to participate in programs that can improve their financial skills. The resolution also directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to the RI JumpStart Coalition, a nonprofit dedicated to advancing financial literacy.

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