Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Resolution
HR 8629: HOUSE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING JULY 2026 AS "DISABILITY AWARENESS AND DISABILITY PRIDE MONTH" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND
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- Passed both chambers
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Plain-language summary
HR 8629 is a resolution introduced in the Rhode Island House on June 11, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: HOUSE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING JULY 2026 AS "DISABILITY AWARENESS AND DISABILITY PRIDE MONTH" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND. Primary sponsor: Sam Azzinaro (Democratic), Brian Kennedy (Democratic), Jay Edwards (Democratic), Stephen Casey (Democratic), Scott Slater (Democratic), Chris Paplauskas (Republican), Mike Chippendale (Republican), Katie Kazarian (Democratic), Chris Blazejewski (Democratic), Grace Diaz (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 11, 2026): 06/11/2026 House read and passed.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 8 · Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sam Azzinaro | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 37 |
| Brian Kennedy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 38 |
| Jay Edwards | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 70 |
| Stephen Casey | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 50 |
| Scott Slater | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 10 |
| Chris Paplauskas | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 15 |
| Mike Chippendale | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 40 |
| Katie Kazarian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 63 |
| Chris Blazejewski | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 2 |
| Grace Diaz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 11 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 06/11/2026 House read and passed