Summary: HR 6152 is a House Resolution that congratulates the Talent Development Program at the University of Rhode Island for achieving the significant milestone of 5,000 graduates. Established in 1968, the program was designed to support Rhode Island students of color and those from disadvantaged backgrounds. Under the leadership of Director Gerald R. Williams, the program has grown from 13 initial students to 1,000 enrolled scholars, with an impressive 83.6 percent first-year retention rate and an average graduation time of 4.62 years.

The resolution also recognizes the contributions of Senior Academic Advisor Edward Steven Ted Shear, who has been with the program since 1995 and has played a crucial role in its success. The Talent Development Program is acknowledged for its commitment to fostering academic excellence, mental health, and overall scholar success. The House of Representatives expresses its congratulations and directs the Secretary of State to transmit a certified copy of the resolution to Mr. Williams.

Introduced by Representatives Cotter, Shekarchi, Blazejewski, Chippendale, and Morales on April 01, the resolution has been read and passed in the House.