The resolution honors Ruth Ann Madsen, affectionately known as "Diamond," for her dedicated advocacy for individuals experiencing homelessness in Rhode Island. Madsen was deeply committed to improving the lives of those around her, tirelessly working to provide shelter and essential supplies such as warm clothing and sleeping bags to her unhoused neighbors. She volunteered with various organizations, including the George Wiley Center, Direct Action for Rights and Equality, and the Rhode Island Poor People's Campaign, and was actively involved in community efforts like the Friendship Breakfast at Mathewson Street United Methodist Church. Additionally, she was a member of the Tenderloin Opera Company, which aimed to raise awareness about homelessness through the arts.

Madsen passed away on December 18, 2024, at the age of 56, leaving behind her father, children, grandchildren, and siblings. The resolution expresses gratitude for her selfless contributions and calls for her legacy to inspire continued efforts to ensure dignity for all Rhode Islanders. It concludes by directing the Secretary of State to transmit a certified copy of the resolution to the Mathewson Street United Methodist Church's Director of Outreach and Communications.