Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Resolution
HR 8396: HOUSE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING APRIL OF 2026, AS "AUTISM AWARENESS MONTH" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND
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- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HR 8396 is a resolution introduced in the Rhode Island House on April 2, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: HOUSE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING APRIL OF 2026, AS "AUTISM AWARENESS MONTH" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND. Primary sponsor: Edith Ajello (Democratic), Brian Kennedy (Democratic), Jennifer Boylan (Democratic), Anthony DeSimone (Democratic), Chris Paplauskas (Republican), Tina Spears (Democratic), Mike Chippendale (Republican), Chris Blazejewski (Democratic), Joe Shekarchi (Democratic), Michelle McGaw (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 2, 2026): 04/02/2026 House read and passed.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 8 · Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edith Ajello | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 1 |
| Brian Kennedy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 38 |
| Jennifer Boylan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 66 |
| Anthony DeSimone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 5 |
| Chris Paplauskas | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 15 |
| Tina Spears | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 36 |
| Mike Chippendale | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 40 |
| Chris Blazejewski | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 2 |
| Joe Shekarchi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 23 |
| Michelle McGaw | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 71 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/02/2026 House read and passed