Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Resolution
HR 8495: HOUSE RESOLUTION HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF RHODE ISLAND AND MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL ALL-TIME GREAT, HALL OF FAMER NAPOLEON "NAP" LAJOIE
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- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HR 8495 is a resolution introduced in the Rhode Island House on April 30, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: HOUSE RESOLUTION HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF RHODE ISLAND AND MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL ALL-TIME GREAT, HALL OF FAMER NAPOLEON "NAP" LAJOIE. Primary sponsor: Brian Kennedy (Democratic), Cherie Cruz (Democratic), Brandon Potter (Democratic), Paul Santucci (Republican), Stephen Casey (Democratic), Bob Phillips (Democratic), Mike Chippendale (Republican), Chris Blazejewski (Democratic), Joe Shekarchi (Democratic), Jon Brien (Independent). Most recent recorded action (April 30, 2026): 04/30/2026 House read and passed.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 7 · Independent 1 · Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Kennedy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 38 |
| Cherie Cruz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 58 |
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Paul Santucci | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 53 |
| Stephen Casey | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 50 |
| Bob Phillips | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 51 |
| Mike Chippendale | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 40 |
| Chris Blazejewski | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 2 |
| Joe Shekarchi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 23 |
| Jon Brien | Primary sponsor | Independent | House | 49 |
“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