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| 2026 -- S 3219 Enacted 04/16/2026 |
| S E N A T E R E S O L U T I O N |
| PROCLAIMING APRIL 16, 2026, AS "RHODE ISLAND MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION RECOGNITION DAY" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND |
Introduced By: Senators Thompson, Lawson, Murray, Appollonio, Famiglietti, Urso, LaMountain, McKenney, DiPalma, and Dimitri |
| Date Introduced: April 16, 2026 |
| WHEREAS, The Rhode Island Manufacturers Association (RIMA) serves as the unified |
| voice of more than 1,600 manufacturers across the Ocean State, advocating at the federal, state, |
| and local levels for policies that strengthen and grow the manufacturing sector; and |
| WHEREAS, Manufacturing remains a critical component of Rhode Island’s economy, |
| employing tens of thousands of residents and providing high-quality, high-wage career |
| opportunities across a diverse range of industries; and |
| WHEREAS, RIMA plays a vital role in promoting economic growth by supporting a |
| competitive business climate, fostering collaboration among manufacturers, and connecting |
| businesses with resources necessary to innovate, expand, and succeed; and |
| WHEREAS, Through its advocacy and leadership, RIMA works to reduce regulatory |
| burdens, promote fair and predictable policies, and ensure that manufacturing continues to serve |
| as a driving force—an “economic engine”—for Rhode Island’s prosperity and global |
| competitiveness; and |
| WHEREAS, RIMA supports workforce development initiatives and educational |
| partnerships to cultivate the next generation of skilled workers, ensuring that Rhode Island |
| manufacturers remain competitive in an evolving global economy; and |
| WHEREAS, RIMA has also partnered with state agencies and industry leaders to |
| advance sustainability and innovation, including participation in programs recognizing |
| environmentally responsible manufacturing practices; and |
| WHEREAS, The Rhode Island Manufacturers Association continues to strengthen |
| communities throughout the state by supporting small and large businesses alike, encouraging job |
| creation, and promoting the long-standing tradition of manufacturing excellence in Rhode Island; |
| now, therefore be it |
| RESOLVED, That this Senate of the State of Rhode Island hereby proclaims April 16, |
| 2026, as "Rhode Island Manufacturers Association Recognition Day" in the State of Rhode |
| Island; and be it further |
| RESOLVED, That the Secretary of State be and hereby is authorized and directed to |
| transmit a duly certified copy of this resolution to the Rhode Island Manufacturers Association. |
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