Rhode Island 2026 Session Status: In Committee 10 D cosponsors

HR 8526 — HOUSE RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING MAY 4, 2026, AS A "NATIONAL DAY OF REASON" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND AND AFFIRMING THE CENTRAL IMPORTANCE OF REASON IN THE BETTERMENT OF HUMANITY

Last action — 05/06/2026 Introduced, referred to House Special Legislation

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    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed House
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    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill is in committee in the House. Introduced May 06, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee vote, then a floor vote in the House.

Prognosis

Stalled 26% · moderate confidence

Where this bill stands today.

Odds of enactment

Low

How often bills like it became law.

  • In Committee

    Current position in the legislative process.

  • 10 sponsors

    10 primary, 0 co-sponsors signed on.

  • Single-party support

    Sponsorship is currently within one party (10 D).

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In plain language

The bill recognizes May 4, 2026, as a 'National Day of Reason' in Rhode Island.

This resolution designates May 4, 2026, as a day to celebrate reason and its role in societal progress. It encourages all to observe the day by promoting reason, critical thought, and scientific inquiry.

Bill Text

Action History

  1. 05/06/2026 Introduced, referred to House Special Legislation

Sponsors

Sponsorship breakdown

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10 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 104 not signed on

Sponsors (10)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (104)

104 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

Who sponsors HR 8526?
HR 8526 is sponsored by Enrique George Sanchez (Democratic), David Morales (Democratic), Rebecca M. Kislak (Democratic), Joshua J. Giraldo (Democratic), Leonela Felix (Democratic), Katherine S. Kazarian (Democratic), Karen Alzate (Democratic), Brandon C. Potter (Democratic), Cherie L. Cruz (Democratic), and Jennifer A. Stewart (Democratic).
What is the current status of HR 8526?
This bill is in committee in the House. Introduced May 06, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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