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RI S2996
Bill
Status
3/4/2026
Primary Sponsor
Walter Felag
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AI Summary
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Expands eligibility for the Rhode Island Star to include civilian government employees and military/civilian senior leaders of foreign governments for outstanding service to Rhode Island
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Creates the Rhode Island Legion of Merit, awarded by the adjutant general to service members in key leadership positions for exceptionally meritorious service, including retirees who served in such roles
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Establishes the Rhode Island State Partnership Program Ribbon for service members who serve 5 consecutive days in one of Rhode Island National Guard's state partnership program countries
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Creates the Rhode Island Funeral Honors Ribbon for service members who serve on funeral honors teams
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Limits each new award to one per person, with bronze oak leaf clusters awarded for subsequent qualifying service; all new awards may be applied retroactively at the adjutant general's discretion
Legislative Description
Creates three (3) new awards for Rhode Island National Guard members and would provide eligibility for the Rhode Island star for certain civilian government employees and military and civilian leaders of foreign governments.
Military Affairs And Defense
Last Action
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
3/11/2026