Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Resolution
HR 8491: HOUSE RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING APRIL 2026 AS "OUT-OF-SCHOOL TIME MONTH" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND
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- Passed both chambers
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Plain-language summary
HR 8491 is a resolution introduced in the Rhode Island House on April 30, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: HOUSE RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING APRIL 2026 AS "OUT-OF-SCHOOL TIME MONTH" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND. Primary sponsor: Deb Fellela (Democratic), David Bennett (Democratic), Rebecca Kislak (Democratic), Arthur Handy (Democratic), Kathleen Fogarty (Democratic), Edith Ajello (Democratic), Mike Chippendale (Republican), Chris Blazejewski (Democratic), Joe Shekarchi (Democratic), Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 30, 2026): 04/30/2026 House read and passed.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deb Fellela | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 43 |
| David Bennett | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 20 |
| Rebecca Kislak | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| Arthur Handy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 18 |
| Kathleen Fogarty | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 35 |
| Edith Ajello | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 1 |
| Mike Chippendale | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 40 |
| Chris Blazejewski | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 2 |
| Joe Shekarchi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 23 |
| Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 46 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/30/2026 House read and passed