The bill proposes an amendment to Chapter 25-2 of the General Laws, specifically by adding a new section that mandates the lowering of flags to half-mast on state buildings in Rhode Island. This act is to honor first responders who have passed away, including both active duty and retired members of police and fire departments, emergency medical technicians, national guard, other military units, and all other first responders. The observance is to take place annually on October 28.

The bill clarifies that the term "flags" refers to both the Rhode Island state flag and the flag of the United States of America. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage. The legislative explanation provided with the bill states that its purpose is to direct the governor to order the lowering of flags to half-mast on state buildings to honor deceased first responders every year on the specified date.