Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Resolution
HR 8261: HOUSE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING DEEPEST CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF THE HONORABLE JOHN MICHAEL SKEFFINGTON, JR.
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- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HR 8261 is a resolution introduced in the Rhode Island House on March 10, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: HOUSE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING DEEPEST CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF THE HONORABLE JOHN MICHAEL SKEFFINGTON, JR. Primary sponsor: Kathleen Fogarty (Democratic), Stephen Casey (Democratic), Bill O'Brien (Democratic), Rebecca Kislak (Democratic), Doc Corvese (Democratic), Grace Diaz (Democratic), Mike Chippendale (Republican), Scott Slater (Democratic), Chris Blazejewski (Democratic), Joe Shekarchi (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 10, 2026): 03/10/2026 House read and passed.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kathleen Fogarty | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 35 |
| Stephen Casey | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 50 |
| Bill O'Brien | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 54 |
| Rebecca Kislak | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| Doc Corvese | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 55 |
| Grace Diaz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 11 |
| Mike Chippendale | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 40 |
| Scott Slater | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 10 |
| Chris Blazejewski | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 2 |
| Joe Shekarchi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 23 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/10/2026 House read and passed