HOUSE RESOLUTION CELEBRATING FUNDA FEST 28 AND THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF THE RI BLACK STORYTELLERS (RIBS) FROM JANUARY 13TH-25TH, 2026

Plain-English Summary

This is a House Resolution from the Rhode Island state legislature honoring and celebrating an event called "Funda Fest 28," which is scheduled to take place from January 13th through January 25th, 2026. The resolution also recognizes the contributions of an organization known as the Rhode Island Black Storytellers, commonly referred to as RIBS. House resolutions like this one are formal expressions of recognition or celebration by the legislature, rather than laws that create new rules or requirements.

The resolution serves as an official acknowledgment from the Rhode Island House of Representatives of the cultural and community value that RIBS and Funda Fest bring to the state. Funda Fest appears to be a storytelling festival, and RIBS is an organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the art of Black storytelling in Rhode Island. By passing this resolution, the legislature is publicly expressing its appreciation for the organization's work and the cultural significance of the event.

This resolution does not create any new laws, spend any public money, or impose any obligations on anyone. It primarily affects the members and supporters of the Rhode Island Black Storytellers community by formally recognizing their contributions at the state government level. It has already been read and passed by the Rhode Island House of Representatives.