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RI H7826
Resolution
Status
2/26/2026
Primary Sponsor
Joseph Shekarchi
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AI Summary
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Honors the memories of Rhonda Dorgan, Aidan Dorgan, and Gerald Dorgan, who lost their lives following an act of violence at the Dennis M. Lynch Arena in Pawtucket during a high school hockey game on February 16, 2026
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Extends condolences to the Dorgan family, including Linda Dorgan who sustained serious injuries, and offers wishes for recovery to all those injured in the incident
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Commends the heroism of bystanders, off-duty first responders, law enforcement officers, firefighters, emergency medical personnel, and arena staff who intervened to prevent further loss of life
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Directs the Secretary of State to transmit certified copies of the resolution to the Dorgan family and to Pawtucket Mayor Donald R. Grebien
Legislative Description
HOUSE RESOLUTION HONORING THE LIVES OF RHONDA DORGAN, AIDAN DORGAN AND GERALD DORGAN, COMMENDING THE HEROISM OF FIRST RESPONDERS AND CITIZENS, AND EXPRESSING THE DEEPEST SYMPATHY OF THE RHODE ISLAND HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES FOLLOWING THE TRAGIC EVENTS AT THE DENNIS M. LYNCH ARENA IN THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET
Last Action
House read and passed
2/26/2026