The Rhode Island House of Representatives has introduced a resolution to officially proclaim February 23rd through March 1st, 2025, as "Peace Corps Week" in the state. This initiative recognizes the significant contributions of the Peace Corps, an organization founded in 1960 by then-Senator John F. Kennedy, which has seen over 240,000 volunteers serve in more than 140 countries. The resolution highlights the Peace Corps' commitment to promoting world peace and friendship through various programs, including AIDS education, environmental preservation, and business development.

The resolution commends the dedication of Peace Corps volunteers and acknowledges their vital role in improving the lives of individuals and communities both abroad and in the United States. It concludes by directing the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to the Director of the Peace Corps, Carol Spahn, as a formal recognition of the organization's impact and the importance of its mission.

Introduced by Representatives O'Brien, Shekarchi, Blazejewski, Chippendale, and Dawson on February 25, the resolution has been read and passed in the House.