Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 5044: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 5044 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 15, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES. Primary sponsor: Doc Corvese (Democratic), Brian Kennedy (Democratic), Casimiro, Pat Serpa (Democratic), Deb Fellela (Democratic), Tina Spears (Democratic), Sam Azzinaro (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 12, 2025): 02/12/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Provides that parents and guardians of children with disabilities in private school have the same rights and remedies as parents/guardians of children in public school.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doc Corvese | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 55 |
| Brian Kennedy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 38 |
| Casimiro | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Pat Serpa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 27 |
| Deb Fellela | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 43 |
| Tina Spears | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 36 |
| Sam Azzinaro | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 37 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 02/12/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 02/07/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (02/12/2025)
- 01/15/2025 Introduced, referred to House Education