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     STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

IN GENERAL ASSEMBLY

JANUARY SESSION, A.D. 2023

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H O U S E   R E S O L U T I O N

HONORING AND CELEBRATING THE LIFE AND MEMORY OF ZACHARY THOMAS

QUINN

     Introduced By: Representatives Abney, Shekarchi, Blazejewski, Donovan, Carson,
Kennedy, Tanzi, Cotter, Fenton-Fung, and Solomon

     Date Introduced: February 09, 2023

     Referred To: House read and passed

     WHEREAS, Rhode Island lost one of its most dedicated and compassionate advocates

for home nursing and healthcare services for those individuals living with disabilities or

disparities with the passing of Zach Quinn; and

     WHEREAS, Zach Quinn’s life, although way too brief, and his intimate knowledge,

empathy, and commitment to providing the fundamental necessities for those living with

disabilities and disadvantages left a lasting impression and invoked positive change for the well-

being of many Rhode Islanders who day-to-day face untenable obstacles to their very existence;

and

     WHEREAS, Although diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and bound to a

wheelchair, Zach always put others needs above his own, whether advocating for wage parity or

highlighting the significance and need for skilled nursing home care, he never let his own

impediments interfere or mitigate a positive outcome or advancement for the issues at hand; and

     WHEREAS, To accomplish his goals, Zach often talked to news outlets, participated in

round table discussions, and testified before various committees and engaged legislators in his

efforts to champion the multiple issues affecting those who needed and deserved a voice; and

     WHEREAS, Zach also served as an MDA Good-Will Ambassador for Maine and Rhode

Island, and had often spoken at various events about the complexities of living with Muscular

Dystrophy; and

     WHEREAS, Zachary Taylor loved to laugh, loved his family and friends, and was

blessed with the ability to bond and connect with people of all ages and standing in life; and

     WHEREAS, It is fitting and just that the memory of those who have distinguished

themselves as dedicated community advocates and leaders of whom we can all be proud should

be honored and recognized; and

     RESOLVED, That this House of Representatives of the State of Rhode Island hereby

posthumously recognizes and honors Zach Quinn for his dedication to helping improve the lives

of those living with disabilities and moreover extends deepest condolences to his loving parents,

Michael and Lee-Ann Quinn, and his cherished sisters Allison, Samantha and Alivia Quinn; and

be it further

     RESOLVED, That the Secretary of State be and hereby is authorized an directed to

transmit a duly certified copy of this resolution to Michael and Lee-Ann Quinn and Family.

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