Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Resolution
HR 8496: HOUSE RESOLUTION CELEBRATING THE 175TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE YMCA IN THE UNITED STATES AND RECOGNIZING THE IMPACT OF THE RHODE ISLAND ALLIANCE OF YMCAS
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- Introduced
- In committee
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- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HR 8496 is a resolution introduced in the Rhode Island House on April 30, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: HOUSE RESOLUTION CELEBRATING THE 175TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE YMCA IN THE UNITED STATES AND RECOGNIZING THE IMPACT OF THE RHODE ISLAND ALLIANCE OF YMCAS. Primary sponsor: Brian Kennedy (Democratic), Earl Read (Democratic), Katie Kazarian (Democratic), Jennifer Stewart (Democratic), Karen Alzate (Democratic), Joseph Solomon (Democratic), Mike Chippendale (Republican), Casimiro, Chris Blazejewski (Democratic), Joe Shekarchi (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 8 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Kennedy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 38 |
| Earl Read | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 26 |
| Katie Kazarian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 63 |
| Jennifer Stewart | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 59 |
| Karen Alzate | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 60 |
| Joseph Solomon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 22 |
| Mike Chippendale | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 40 |
| Casimiro | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Chris Blazejewski | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 2 |
| Joe Shekarchi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 23 |
“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