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     STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

IN GENERAL ASSEMBLY

JANUARY SESSION, A.D. 2021

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H O U S E   R E S O L U T I O N

HONORING AND THANKING JOHN LANNI, ESQ., ON THE OCCASION OF HIS

RETIREMENT

     Introduced By: Representatives Shekarchi, Blazejewski, Corvese, Kazarian, Filippi,
Kennedy, Ackerman, Amore, Solomon, and Fogarty

     Date Introduced: April 13, 2021

     Referred To: House read and passed

     WHEREAS, Whether it is in the chamber or in the various offices that support the

legislative process, the extraordinary commitment of individuals who share their time, talents and

knowledge is one of the most valued assets for the General Assembly; and

     WHEREAS, Upon graduation from North Providence High School, John Lanni attended

Providence College, earning his degree cum laude in Political Science. Continuing his education,

he received his Juris Doctor cum laude from Suffolk University Law School in 1984; and

     WHEREAS, To the immense good fortune of the Rhode Island General Assembly, John

began his long and varied employment with the legislature in 1977. Multi-talented, he held

numerous positions including working as a part-time paralegal, head proofer, and staff attorney;

and

     WHEREAS, On December 7, 1999, John became Legal Counsel in the Office of

Legislative Council. Although he has generally maintained an "under the radar" persona, his

expertise soon earned him myriad additional responsibilities as a Supervisor, Reviewer, and

Senior Staff Attorney. In addition to his long hours at the State House, he has also maintained a

private practice in the City of East Providence; and

     WHEREAS, John’s longevity in Legislative Council has been an essential resource for

the General Assembly. His review and revision of bills to be introduced, and the guidance and

training he has provided to new lawyers has proven to be a beneficial and positive influence due

to the depth of his knowledge and legal acumen; and

     WHEREAS, Throughout his years in Legislative Council, John’s amiable personality has

earned him the respect and friendship of staff and legislators alike. With self-effacing charm and

unabashed wit, he has not only been essential to the efficient operations of Legislative Council

but also to the morale and team spirit of the office during the often-long hours; and

     WHEREAS, A consummate professional, John takes pride in his appearance, often

sporting monogramed dress shirts and snappy ties, although his overzealous visits to his hair

stylist have often resulted in disappointment from various members of staff; and

     WHEREAS, The General Assembly, the Office of Legislative Council, and the people of

the State of Rhode Island have all benefitted from the extensive tenure and talents of John Lanni.

He is eminently worthy of our gratitude and admiration and his departure from the State House

will be keenly felt for many sessions to come; now, therefore be it

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

recognizes and thanks John Lanni for his many years of dedicated service to the Office of

Legislative Council and the Rhode Island General Assembly and moreover wishes him the well-

earned time to spend with Pam at their beautiful and scenic home, play unlimited rounds of golf,

and cruise around in his Porsche convertible; and be it further

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

transmit a duly certified copy of this resolution to Mr. John Lanni, Esq.

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