Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 7416: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- GUARANTEED ADMISSION FOR EAGLE SCOUT AND GOLD AWARD RECIPIENTS

Enacted Last action June 19, 2026: 06/19/2026 Signed by Governor

Plain-language summary

HB 7416 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 30, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- GUARANTEED ADMISSION FOR EAGLE SCOUT AND GOLD AWARD RECIPIENTS. Primary sponsor: Evan Shanley (Democratic), Earl Read (Democratic), Anthony DeSimone (Democratic), Carol McEntee (Democratic), June Speakman (Democratic), Megan Cotter (Democratic), Kathleen Fogarty (Democratic), Jennifer Stewart (Democratic), Katie Kazarian (Democratic), Tina Spears (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 19, 2026): 06/19/2026 Signed by Governor.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Evan Shanley (Democratic); Earl Read (Democratic); Anthony DeSimone (Democratic); Carol McEntee (Democratic); and 6 more.