The resolution proposes the establishment of a special legislative commission in Rhode Island, consisting of eleven members, to study and provide recommendations to safeguard the state against the use of nuclear weapons. The commission will be tasked with investigating necessary measures to protect the environment, wildlife, and population from the dangers posed by nuclear weapons. It will also explore the implications of nuclear conflict and potential diplomatic solutions to reduce the threat of nuclear war.
The commission is required to hold public hearings across the state to gather input from residents and inform them about the humanitarian and environmental consequences of nuclear weapons. It will report its findings and any legislative recommendations to the General Assembly and other relevant parties by August 6, 2026. The commission will dissolve on November 6, 2026. Members will serve without compensation, and state agencies are expected to provide necessary support to facilitate the commission's work.
Introduced by Senator Tiara T. Mack, the resolution was introduced on March 14 and referred to the Senate Special Legislation and Veterans Affairs.