Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Resolution
HR 8446: HOUSE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING APRIL 2026, AS "SCHOOL LIBRARY MONTH" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND
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- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HR 8446 is a resolution introduced in the Rhode Island House on April 14, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: HOUSE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING APRIL 2026, AS "SCHOOL LIBRARY MONTH" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND. Primary sponsor: Brian Kennedy (Democratic), Jay Edwards (Democratic), Scott Slater (Democratic), Joseph McNamara (Democratic), Terri Cortvriend (Democratic), Earl Read (Democratic), Mike Chippendale (Republican), Chris Blazejewski (Democratic), Joe Shekarchi (Democratic), Rebecca Kislak (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 14, 2026): 04/14/2026 House read and passed.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Kennedy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 38 |
| Jay Edwards | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 70 |
| Scott Slater | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 10 |
| Joseph McNamara | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 19 |
| Terri Cortvriend | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 72 |
| Earl Read | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 26 |
| Mike Chippendale | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 40 |
| Chris Blazejewski | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 2 |
| Joe Shekarchi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 23 |
| Rebecca Kislak | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/14/2026 House read and passed