Rhode Island House Bill H6323

Rhode Island 2025 Regular Session

• Introduced: 5/9/25
• Refer: 5/9/25
• Report Pass: 6/5/25
• Engrossed: 6/10/25
• Enrolled: 6/17/25
• Passed: 6/23/25

Caption

Renames the East Bay Bike Path Bridge, located in the Town of Warren, the Cpl. Richard C. Brule Bridge.

Impact

The passage of H6323 would add a significant recognition to a local infrastructure project and enhance community pride by honoring a veteran. The bill represents a procedural measure in the legislative process related to naming conventions for public structures. The impact seems limited to a local context, serving as a reminder of the contributions made by the military and local heroes to the community and the state.

Summary

House Bill H6323 aims to officially rename the East Bay Bike Path Bridge in Warren, Rhode Island, to honor Cpl. Richard C. Brule. The bill amends the existing laws regarding the powers of the Permanent Joint Committee on Naming All New Buildings, Bridges, Edifices, and Other State Constructions, providing it with the authority to enact this name change. This legislation underscores the importance of commemorating local figures and military service in community infrastructure.

Contention

While the legislation appears straightforward and is unlikely to generate substantial debate given its nature, discussion around such bills can sometimes evoke differing views on the appropriateness of naming public structures after individuals. There might be differing opinions on which individuals deserve such honors based on their contributions to the community or specific events in history. Nevertheless, H6323 does not indicate significant points of contention based on the current information.