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Joe Shekarchi D

State Representative
Rhode Island House of Representatives District 21
Term: — – Jan. 3, 2026
Email: [email protected]

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Photo URL: http://www.rilegislature.gov/representatives/pictures/shekarchi.jpg

On Record (11)

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AN ACT RELATING TO CORPORATIONS, ASSOCIATIONS AND PARTNERSHIPS -- RHODE ISLAND BUSINESS CORPORATION ACT -- THE RHODE ISLAND BUSINESS CLIMATE REFORM ACT
Adopts several concepts from other jurisdictions with the goal of promoting a stronger climate for business growth in Rhode Island, including a "Franchise Fee" in lieu of the corporation tax.
May 22, 2026 · source · details / share
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AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- SCHOOL COMMITTEES AND SUPERINTENDENTS
Changes the maximum term of employment for a superintendent from three (3) to five (5) years.
May 22, 2026 · source · details / share
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AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- HOMELESS BILL OF RIGHTS
Provides certain procedures that must be followed before an encampment can be removed or relocated.
May 22, 2026 · source · details / share
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AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- STATE BUILDING CODE -- ADMINISTRATION AND ENFORCEMENT
Authorizes municipalities to make an emergency declaration under limited circumstances to allow for the construction and use of SAFE Units on a temporary basis which have specialized requirements and exemptions from the state fire and building codes.
May 22, 2026 · source · details / share
Bill PROPERTYPROPERTY -- HOMELESS BILL OF RIGHTS
Provides certain procedures that must be followed before an encampment can be removed or relocated.
PROPERTY -- HOMELESS BILL OF RIGHTS - Provides certain procedures that must be followed before an encampment can be removed or relocated.
Mar 31, 2026 · source · details / share
Bill Neutral HEALTH AND SAFETYHEALTH AND SAFETY -- STATE BUILDING CODE
Amends the composition of the building code standards committee and would make several technical amendments relative to the building code office and would establish a state building code office within the office of state fire marshal.
HEALTH AND SAFETY -- STATE BUILDING CODE - Amends the composition of the building code standards committee and would make several technical amendments relative to the building code office and would establish a state building code office within the office of state fire marshal.
Mar 16, 2026 · source · details / share
Bill Neutral HEALTH AND SAFETYHEALTH AND SAFETY -- STATE BUILDING CODEHEALTH AND SAFETY -- STATE BUILDING CODE -- ADMINISTRATION AND ENFORCEMENT
Authorizes municipalities to make an emergency declaration under limited circumstances to allow for the construction and use of SAVE Units on a temporary basis which have specialized requirements and exemptions from the state fire and building codes.
HEALTH AND SAFETY -- STATE BUILDING CODE -- ADMINISTRATION AND ENFORCEMENT - Authorizes municipalities to make an emergency declaration under limited circumstances to allow for the construction and use of SAVE Units on a temporary basis which have specialized requirements and exemptions from the state fire and building codes.
Mar 16, 2026 · source · details / share
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HOUSE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING DEEPEST CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF FRANK J. ALMONTE
House Resolution Expressing Deepest Condolences On The Passing Of Frank J. Almonte
Mar 16, 2026 · source · details / share
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HOUSE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING DEEPEST CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF CATHERINE “KITTY” PETRARCA
House Resolution Expressing Deepest Condolences On The Passing Of Catherine “kitty” Petrarca
Mar 16, 2026 · source · details / share
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HOUSE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING DEEPEST CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF MICHAEL D. ZARUM
House Resolution Expressing Deepest Condolences On The Passing Of Michael D. Zarum
Mar 16, 2026 · source · details / share
Bill Neutral HEALTH AND SAFETYHEALTH AND SAFETY -- STATE BUILDING CODEHEALTH AND SAFETY -- STATE BUILDING CODE -- ADMINISTRATION AND ENFORCEMENT
Authorizes municipalities to make an emergency declaration under limited circumstances to allow for the construction and use of SAFE Units on a temporary basis which have specialized requirements and exemptions from the state fire and building codes.
HEALTH AND SAFETY -- STATE BUILDING CODE -- ADMINISTRATION AND ENFORCEMENT - Authorizes municipalities to make an emergency declaration under limited circumstances to allow for the construction and use of SAFE Units on a temporary basis which have specialized requirements and exemptions from the state fire and building codes.
Mar 16, 2026 · source · details / share

Crossposts (6)

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AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- STATE BUILDING CODE
Amends the state building code and would require that the state adopt the 2024 International Residential Code and prohibit the state building committee from adopting amendments for one to four residential dwelling units until 2030.
May 22, 2026 · details / share
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AN ACT RELATING TO COURTS AND CIVIL PROCEDURE -- PROCEDURE GENERALLY -- CAUSES OF ACTION
Amends what is considered sexual abuse for purposes of limitations on actions based on sexual abuse or exploitation of a child and would amend the provisions for when a cause of action may be brought.
May 22, 2026 · details / share
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AN ACT RELATING TO ELECTIONS -- PRIMARIES FOR ELECTION OF DELEGATES TO NATIONAL CONVENTIONS AND FOR PRESIDENTIAL PREFERENCE
Amends certain signature requirements and deadlines regarding primaries for election of delegates to national conventions for presidential preference.
May 22, 2026 · details / share
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AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC UTILITIES AND CARRIERS -- RENEWABLE ENERGY STANDARD
Expands RI’s Renewable Energy Standard to include nuclear and hydroelectric power as eligible zero-emission resources and sets rules for how they qualify.
May 22, 2026 · details / share
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AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- HEALTH AND SAFETY OF PUPILS
Requires all schools and educational institutions to develop and implement a school safety plan that would provide for immediate access to school facilities by first responders in an emergency.
May 22, 2026 · details / share
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AN ACT RELATING TO THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY -- PERMANENT JOINT COMMITTEE ON NAMING ALL NEW BUILDINGS, BRIDGES, EDIFICES AND OTHER STATE CONSTRUCTIONS
Makes the bridge over Smith Street and Route 95, the George Nee Bridge.
May 22, 2026 · details / share