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RI H7781
RI H7781Changes the name of the holiday on the second Monday of August from Victory Day to Peace and Remembrance Day.
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Introduced
02/12/2026
02/12/2026
In Committee
02/12/2026
02/12/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This act would change the name of the holiday on the second Monday of August from Victory Day to Peace and Remembrance Day. This act would take effect upon passage.
AI Summary
This bill proposes to rename the holiday observed on the second Monday of August from "Victory Day" to "Peace and Remembrance Day," and it also repeals a previous law that prohibited using any other name for "Victory Day" in state or municipal government advertisements, ensuring that the new name will be used going forward. This change to Rhode Island's list of official holidays, which includes other recognized observances like Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday and Juneteenth National Freedom Day, will take effect immediately upon its passage.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (10)
Jennifer Stewart (D)*,
Karen Alzate (D),
Cherie Cruz (D),
Susan Donovan (D),
Arthur Handy (D),
Katie Kazarian (D),
Rebecca Kislak (D),
David Morales (D),
Brandon Potter (D),
Teresa Tanzi (D),
Last Action
Introduced, referred to House Special Legislation (on 02/12/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://status.rilegislature.gov/ |
| BillText | https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText26/HouseText26/H7781.pdf |
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