Rhode Island 2024 Regular Session

Rhode Island Senate Bill S3126

Introduced
6/3/24  

Caption

SENATE RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING MR. LEMON ON 50 YEARS OF TANTALIZING THE TASTE BUDS OF RHODE ISLANDERS ACROSS THE STATE

Impact

The resolution serves to honor a local business that has been a cornerstone of the community for half a century. By recognizing Mr. Lemon's contributions, the state underlines the importance of small businesses to local economies and cultural heritage. The celebration of such longstanding establishments plays a crucial role in promoting community pride and support for local entrepreneurship.

Summary

S3126 is a Senate Resolution congratulating Mr. Lemon on 50 years of providing frozen lemonade to the citizens and visitors of Rhode Island. The resolution acknowledges the founding of the family-owned Mr. Lemon by Eileen Rao and her husband Joseph in 1974 and highlights the legacy that has been carried on by their children. The establishment has become a popular summertime treat in Rhode Island with a loyal customer base that spans generations.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding S3126 is overwhelmingly positive, reflecting a sense of nostalgia and appreciation for local traditions. Community members, stakeholders, and legislators alike celebrate the history and impact of Mr. Lemon, indicating a collective acknowledgment of the business's role in enhancing the local culture and economy.

Contention

While the resolution is largely celebratory and does not present significant points of contention, it implicitly raises discussions around the value of small businesses in the face of larger corporate entities. There is an underlying acknowledgment of the importance of supporting local establishments to maintain community identity, which may lead to considerations of policies that favor or support small businesses in the future.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

RI S1122

Senate Resolution Congratulating Aimee Couto On Being Named The 2024 "rhode Island Teacher Of The Year" By The Rhode Island Department Of Education

RI S0007

Senate Resolution Congratulating And Thanking Deborah L. Perry For Twenty-four Years Of Leadership And Dedicated Service To Ywca Rhode Island And The People Of The State Of Rhode Island

RI H6504

House Resolution Congratulating Aimee Couto On Being Named The 2024 "rhode Island Teacher Of The Year" By The Rhode Island Department Of Education

RI S0004

Senate Resolution Congratulating And Honoring Frank Carpano On His Induction Into The Rhode Island Radio And Television Hall Of Fame

RI H5138

House Resolution Congratulating And Thanking Deborah L. Perry For Twenty-four Years Of Leadership And Dedicated Service To Ywca Rhode Island And The People Of The State Of Rhode Island

RI H6133

House Resolution Celebrating The 2nd Annual “ri Craft Beer Week’ In The State Of Rhode Island On March 3rd Through March 12th Of 2023

RI H6505

House Resolution Honoring And Congratulating Neil D. Steinberg On His Retirement As The President And Ceo Of The Rhode Island Foundation

RI H6229

House Resolution Congratulating Grace Bolduc On Her Retirement From The State Of Rhode Island As A Physical Therapy Assistant After Thirty-three Years Of Dedicated And Distinguished Service

RI H6472

House Resolution Congratulating Regina "gina" Moura On The Occasion Of Her Retirement After More Than 37 Years Of Distinguished Service To The State Of Rhode Island

RI S0330

Senate Resolution Urging All Rhode Islanders To Join Together In Strongly Condemning Any And All Forms Of Antisemitism (urging All Rhode Islanders To Join Together In Strongly Condemning Any And All Forms Of Antisemitism)

Similar Bills

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