Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

SB 2017: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- SCHOOL COMMITTEES AND SUPERINTENDENTS

In committee Last action March 4, 2026: 03/04/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Plain-language summary

SB 2017 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on January 9, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- SCHOOL COMMITTEES AND SUPERINTENDENTS. Primary sponsor: Mark McKenney (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic), Lou DiPalma (Democratic), Bridget Valverde (Democratic), Jake Bissaillon (Democratic), Sam Zurier (Democratic), Tiara Mack (Democratic), Lou Raptakis (Democratic), Hanna Gallo (Democratic), Jonathon Acosta (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 4, 2026): 03/04/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Mark McKenney (Democratic); Melissa Murray (Democratic); Lou DiPalma (Democratic); Bridget Valverde (Democratic); and 6 more.