SENATE RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING MIRANDA MARIE MUSUMECI ON BEING NAMED MISS IRELAND IN THE WEST WARWICK ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARADE 2026

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STATE OF RHODE ISLAND
IN GENERAL ASSEMBLY
JANUARY SESSION, A.D. 2026
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S E N A T E R E S O L U T I O N
CONGRATULATING MIRANDA MARIE MUSUMECI ON BEING NAMED MISS
IRELAND IN THE WEST WARWICK ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARADE 2026

Introduced By:
Senators Raptakis, Britto, Felag, Murray, Rogers, Vargas, Acosta,
Appollonio, LaMountain, and Mack

Date Introduced:
March 12, 2026

Referred To:
Recommended for Immediate Consideration
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WHEREAS, The State of Rhode Island takes great pride in celebrating the rich Irish
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heritage and traditions that have contributed to the cultural fabric of our state and nation; and
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WHEREAS, St. Patrick’s Day is a time-honored occasion that brings communities
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together in joyous celebration, and the annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade serves as a meaningful
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tribute to Irish culture, history, and contributions to society; and
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WHEREAS, Miranda Marie Musumeci has been selected as Miss Ireland for the West
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Warwick St. Patrick’s Day Parade 2026, an honor that recognizes her outstanding character,
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leadership, and embodiment of Irish heritage and pride; and
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WHEREAS, Miranda Marie Musumeci's selection as Miss Ireland reflects her dedication
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to community service, cultural appreciation, and her role as a positive representative of Irish-
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American traditions; and
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WHEREAS, Her participation in the parade as Miss Ireland is a testament to her
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commitment to celebrating and preserving the values and spirit of the Irish community in Rhode
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Island; and
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WHEREAS, Miranda is currently a student at both Coventry High School and the
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Community College of Rhode Island, where she is involved in a variety of extracurricular
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activities including the Naval Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (NJROTC) program, where
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she is a member of the senior staff and her responsibilities include planning and organizing large-
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scale events, such as the Military Ball; and

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WHEREAS, Miranda also has a passion for dance and has had the privilege of student
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teaching at the Pointe Dance Studio, working with younger students. Miranda is also actively
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involved at Hopkins Hill Elementary School, where she volunteers her time to assist with the
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Community Learning Academy, providing support and guidance to students in need of extra
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assistance. Miranda has also contributed to an anti-bullying program within the physical
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education department; and
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WHEREAS, Miranda’s other activities include being an active member of the St. Francis
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Altar Guild, the Ladies Auxiliary of the Disabled American Veterans, and the Westwood YMCA;
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now, therefore be it
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RESOLVED, That this Senate of the State of Rhode Island hereby honors and recognizes
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Miranda Marie Musumeci for being named Miss Ireland in the West Warwick St. Patrick’s Day
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Parade 2026 and extends sincere appreciation for her dedication to Irish heritage and community
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pride; and be it further
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RESOLVED, That the Secretary of State be and hereby is authorized and directed to
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transmit a duly certified copy of this resolution to Miranda Marie Musumeci.
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