The Rhode Island House of Representatives has introduced a resolution to proclaim April 2025 as the "Month of the Military Child" in the state. This initiative aims to recognize and honor the sacrifices made by children in military families, who face significant challenges as their parents serve in the armed forces. The resolution highlights the experiences of approximately two million military children in the U.S. who have encountered parental deployments since 2001, with many transitioning between multiple school systems throughout their education. The Middletown School District, which serves the largest number of military-connected students in Rhode Island, is specifically mentioned in the resolution.

The resolution encourages the community to show support for military children, particularly on April 23rd, designated as "PURPLE UP! FOR MILITARY KIDS" day. It emphasizes the importance of acknowledging the strength and resilience of these children and their families, as their well-being is crucial to sustaining the nation's military force and enhancing the health of communities. The resolution concludes by directing the Secretary of State to transmit certified copies to relevant local educational authorities.

Introduced by Representatives Finkelman, Shekarchi, Blazejewski, Cortvriend, and Abney, the resolution was introduced on April 10 and has been read and passed in the House.