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This resolution expresses deep condolences to the friends and family members affected by a tragic building collapse at the Jet Set Club in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, on April 8th, 2025. The incident resulted in the death of 184 people and injury to 155 survivors during a concert, with a prolonged and difficult rescue operation involving over 300 workers and a specialized canine unit. The resolution acknowledges the close ties between Rhode Island, New England, and the Dominican Republic, and the profound pain caused by this disaster. The Rhode Island House of Representatives officially extends its deepest sympathy to the victims' loved ones, emphasizing that the entire state stands in solidarity with those impacted. Additionally, the resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to the Dominican Independence and Heritage Award Committee of Rhode Island (DIHACRI), formally documenting the state's acknowledgment of this tragic event.

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