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RI S2512

Resolution

Status

Passed

2/10/2026

Primary Sponsor

Lammis Vargas

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Proclaims February 7-14, 2026 as "Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Week" in Rhode Island

  • Approximately 40,000 babies are born annually in the United States with congenital heart defects, representing nearly 1% of all births

  • About 25% of affected children require at least one invasive surgery in their first year of life to survive

  • Urges Rhode Island citizens to observe the week and recognize the efforts of doctors and scientists working on congenital heart defect research and treatment

  • Directs the Secretary of State to transmit a certified copy of the resolution to the American Heart Association in Providence

Legislative Description

SENATE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING FEBRUARY 7TH THROUGH THE 14TH OF 2026, TO BE "CONGENITAL HEART DEFECT AWARENESS WEEK" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

Last Action

Senate read and passed

2/10/2026

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