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RI H7781

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Jennifer Stewart

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Renames the state holiday observed on the second Monday of August from "Victory Day" to "Peace and Remembrance Day"
  • Repeals Section 25-1-1.3, which prohibited state and municipal government agencies from referring to Victory Day by any other name in paid advertisements
  • Rhode Island is the only state that still observes Victory Day, which commemorates the end of World War II
  • Takes effect immediately upon passage

Legislative Description

Changes the name of the holiday on the second Monday of August from Victory Day to Peace and Remembrance Day.

Holidays And Days Of Special Observance

Last Action

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/17/2026)

3/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Special Legislation2/12/2026

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