Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Resolution
HR 7472: HOUSE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING FEBRUARY OF 2026, AS "BLACK HISTORY MONTH" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND
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Plain-language summary
HR 7472 is a resolution introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 3, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: HOUSE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING FEBRUARY OF 2026, AS "BLACK HISTORY MONTH" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND. Primary sponsor: Chris Blazejewski (Democratic), Joe Shekarchi (Democratic), Joshua Giraldo (Democratic), Mike Chippendale (Republican), David Morales (Democratic), Jose Batista (Democratic), Leo Felix (Democratic), Karen Alzate (Democratic), Jennifer Stewart (Democratic), Raymond Hull (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 3, 2026): 02/03/2026 House read and passed.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Blazejewski | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 2 |
| Joe Shekarchi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 23 |
| Joshua Giraldo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 56 |
| Mike Chippendale | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 40 |
| David Morales | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 7 |
| Jose Batista | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 12 |
| Leo Felix | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 61 |
| Karen Alzate | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 60 |
| Jennifer Stewart | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 59 |
| Raymond Hull | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 6 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 02/03/2026 House read and passed