Rep. Joe Shekarchi

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 6294 proclaims May 2025 as "Myositis Awareness Month in the State of Rhode Island." This resolution aims to increase public understanding of myositis, a group of rare muscle-wasting diseases, and encourages Rhode Islanders to learn more about the condition and support affected families.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution recognizes the 77th Anniversary of Israel's Day of Independence, observed from April 30th to May 1st, 2025. It also reaffirms the bonds of friendship and cooperation between Rhode Island, the United States, and the State of Israel.

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 6293 proclaims May 1, 2025, as "Child Care Awareness Day" in the State of Rhode Island. This resolution encourages the citizens of Rhode Island to recognize the skills and dedication of child care providers and highlights the importance of high-quality child care for children and families.

Maddy summaryHR 6125 is a House Resolution from the Rhode Island State House of Representatives that expresses solidarity with and support for the LGBTQIA+ community in Rhode Island. It acknowledges the challenges faced by this community and reaffirms the state's commitment to protecting their civil rights and ensuring dignity and full access to public life.

Maddy summaryHR 6297 is a House Resolution that officially commemorates April 30, 2025, as "National Therapy Animal Day" in the State of Rhode Island. The resolution recognizes the comfort and healing therapy animals provide and urges the Director of the Department of Health and Human Services and all Rhode Island citizens to appreciate and promote the benefits of the human-animal bond.

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 6278 proclaims April 29, 2025, as "Community College of Rhode Island Day" in the State of Rhode Island. This resolution honors the college's 60th anniversary and recognizes its contributions to education and workforce development for Rhode Islanders since 1964.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution extends the deepest sympathy and condolences of the Rhode Island House of Representatives on the passing of Gretchen Dow Simpson, a highly acclaimed artist known for her New Yorker covers and contributions to the art community. A certified copy of the resolution will be transmitted to her family.

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 6279 is a procedural bill that expresses the Rhode Island House of Representatives' deepest condolences and sympathy on the passing of the Honorable Robert G. Salisbury. The resolution acknowledges his life of service as a firefighter and former State Representative, and directs a copy to be transmitted to his family.

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 6281 commemorates the 50th Anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War on April 30, 2025. It expresses gratitude to American service members and acknowledges the losses and suffering endured by all involved in the conflict.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution proclaims Monday, April 28, 2025, as "Pay It Forward With Love From Tori Day" in the State of Rhode Island. It encourages all citizens to observe this day by engaging in activities and acts of kindness that demonstrate and celebrate selfless giving.