HOUSE RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING AND HONORING THE COURAGE, HEROISM, AND COMPASSION OF THE INDIVIDUALS WHO RENDERED AID DURING THE LYNCH ARENA SHOOTING IN PAWTUCKET
This bill is a House resolution that formally recognizes and honors the individuals who showed courage and compassion during a shooting at Lynch Arena in Pawtucket on February 16, 2026. It specifically names eleven people who helped victims, protected others, or provided comfort during the incident, including those who tackled the shooter and offered medical aid. The resolution expresses gratitude for their actions and directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies of the document to each person honored. This measure does not change laws or policies but serves to acknowledge the bravery of these individuals in the wake of a tragic event.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2026
Committee Review
House Passage
Mar 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Mar 31, 2026
Last action Mar 31, 2026
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
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1
Committee
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Mar 31, 2026
Lower · Passed
03/31/2026 House read and passed
lower
10 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Brian Kennedy
DDemocratic
P
Brian Newberry
RRepublican
P
Chris Blazejewski
DDemocratic
P
Doc Corvese
DDemocratic
P
Edith Ajello
DDemocratic
P
Jennifer Boylan
DDemocratic
P
Joe Shekarchi
DDemocratic
P
Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith
DDemocratic
P
Mike Chippendale
RRepublican
P
Teresa Tanzi
DDemocratic
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