Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Resolution
HR 8537: HOUSE RESOLUTION COMMEMORATING THE 250TH ANNIVERSARY
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Plain-language summary
HR 8537 is a resolution introduced in the Rhode Island House on May 12, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: HOUSE RESOLUTION COMMEMORATING THE 250TH ANNIVERSARY. Primary sponsor: Dick Fascia (Republican), Doc Corvese (Democratic), David Bennett (Democratic), Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (Democratic), Paul Santucci (Republican), Brian Kennedy (Democratic), Mike Chippendale (Republican), Katie Kazarian (Democratic), Chris Blazejewski (Democratic), Jon Brien (Independent). Most recent recorded action (May 12, 2026): 05/12/2026 House read and passed.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
SEMIQUINCENTENNIAL
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6 · Independent 1 · Republican 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dick Fascia | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 42 |
| Doc Corvese | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 55 |
| David Bennett | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 20 |
| Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 46 |
| Paul Santucci | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 53 |
| Brian Kennedy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 38 |
| Mike Chippendale | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 40 |
| Katie Kazarian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 63 |
| Chris Blazejewski | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 2 |
| 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
- 05/12/2026 House read and passed