SENATE RESOLUTION HONORING THE VICTIMS OF THE BROWN UNIVERSITY SHOOTING AND COMMENDING FIRST RESPONDERS
This Senate resolution honors victims Ella Cook and Mukhammad Aziz Umurzokov, who died in the December 2025 Brown University shooting, and commends first responders including Providence firefighters, police, and medical staff for their actions during the incident. It does not create new laws or policies but formally recognizes the tragedy and the bravery of those who assisted victims. The resolution was passed by the Rhode Island Senate on January 6, 2026, and directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies to the victims' families and relevant officials. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no binding effect on future legislation or funding.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
Senate Passage
Jan 2026
House Passage
Governor
Introduced Jan 6, 2026
Last action Jan 6, 2026
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This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
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2
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Jan 6, 2026
Upper · Passed
01/06/2026 Senate read and passed
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10 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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