Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Resolution
HR 8556: HOUSE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING MAY 2026 AS "JEWISH AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND
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- Passed both chambers
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Plain-language summary
HR 8556 is a resolution introduced in the Rhode Island House on May 14, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: HOUSE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING MAY 2026 AS "JEWISH AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND. Primary sponsor: Edith Ajello (Democratic), Brandon Potter (Democratic), Mike Chippendale (Republican), Katie Kazarian (Democratic), Chris Blazejewski (Democratic), Jennifer Boylan (Democratic), Alex Finkelman (Democratic), Rebecca Kislak (Democratic), Mia Ackerman (Democratic), Jason Knight (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 14, 2026): 05/14/2026 House read and passed.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edith Ajello | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 1 |
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Mike Chippendale | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 40 |
| Katie Kazarian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 63 |
| Chris Blazejewski | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 2 |
| Jennifer Boylan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 66 |
| Alex Finkelman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 74 |
| Rebecca Kislak | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| Mia Ackerman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 45 |
| Jason Knight | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 67 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/14/2026 House read and passed