Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Resolution
HR 8377: HOUSE RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING AND HONORING THE COURAGE, HEROISM, AND COMPASSION OF THE INDIVIDUALS WHO RENDERED AID DURING THE LYNCH ARENA SHOOTING IN PAWTUCKET
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- In committee
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- Passed both chambers
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Plain-language summary
HR 8377 is a resolution introduced in the Rhode Island House on March 31, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: HOUSE RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING AND HONORING THE COURAGE, HEROISM, AND COMPASSION OF THE INDIVIDUALS WHO RENDERED AID DURING THE LYNCH ARENA SHOOTING IN PAWTUCKET. Primary sponsor: Jennifer Boylan (Democratic), Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (Democratic), Edith Ajello (Democratic), Teresa Tanzi (Democratic), Brian Kennedy (Democratic), Mike Chippendale (Republican), Doc Corvese (Democratic), Chris Blazejewski (Democratic), Joe Shekarchi (Democratic), Brian Newberry (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 31, 2026): 03/31/2026 House read and passed.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 8 · Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jennifer Boylan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 66 |
| Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 46 |
| Edith Ajello | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 1 |
| Teresa Tanzi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 34 |
| Brian Kennedy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 38 |
| Mike Chippendale | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 40 |
| Doc Corvese | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 55 |
| Chris Blazejewski | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 2 |
| Joe Shekarchi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 23 |
| Brian Newberry | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 48 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/31/2026 House read and passed