HOUSE RESOLUTION WELCOMING THE NARRAGANSETT COUNCIL, SCOUTING AMERICA, TO THE RHODE ISLAND STATE HOUSE ON MARCH 24TH OF 2026, AND JOYFULLY CELEBRATING SCOUTING MONTH IN FEBRUARY

Plain-English Summary

This is a House Resolution from the Rhode Island state legislature welcoming the Narragansett Council of Scouting America to the Rhode Island State House on March 24th, 2026. It also formally recognizes February as Scouting Month in Rhode Island. Resolutions like this are ceremonial in nature — they do not create new laws, change existing rules, or spend public money.

The resolution celebrates the contributions of Scouting programs to young people in Rhode Island. The Narragansett Council is the local chapter of Scouting America that serves youth across much of the state, providing programs like Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, and other activities focused on leadership, community service, and character development.

This resolution affects Scouts, their families, and Scout leaders in Rhode Island by formally recognizing their work and welcoming them to the State House. It is largely symbolic, intended to honor the Scouting community and highlight the value of youth programs in the state. The resolution has already passed the House.