The Rhode Island House of Representatives has introduced a resolution honoring the memory of Ella Cook and Mukhammad Aziz Umurzokov, two students tragically killed in a mass shooting at Brown University on December 13, 2025. The resolution expresses sorrow over the loss of these young lives, highlighting Ella's accomplishments as a pianist and her studies in French, math, and economics, as well as Mukhammad's aspirations to become a neurosurgeon. It also acknowledges the injuries sustained by nine other students and commends the first responders and medical professionals for their swift and effective care.

The resolution emphasizes the right of all individuals to feel safe in their communities and condemns acts of violence. It extends condolences to the families and loved ones affected by this tragedy, affirming that the citizens of Rhode Island and many others across the nation share in their grief. The resolution concludes by directing the Secretary of State to send certified copies to the families of the victims.

Introduced by Representatives Shekarchi, Blazejewski, Chippendale, Ajello, and Biah on January 06, the resolution has been read and passed in the House.