Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 5087: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- THE CHILDREN'S CARDIAC SAFETY ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 5087 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 16, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- THE CHILDREN'S CARDIAC SAFETY ACT. Primary sponsor: June Speakman (Democratic), Jennifer Boylan (Democratic), Grace Diaz (Democratic), Kathleen Fogarty (Democratic), Terri Cortvriend (Democratic), Mia Ackerman (Democratic), Katie Kazarian (Democratic), Megan Cotter (Democratic), Susan Donovan (Democratic), Lauren Carson (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.
Establishes "The Children's Cardiac Safety Act", and provide for childhood cardiac screening based on modules that incorporate current best practices.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June Speakman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 68 |
| Jennifer Boylan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 66 |
| Grace Diaz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 11 |
| Kathleen Fogarty | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 35 |
| Terri Cortvriend | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 72 |
| Mia Ackerman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 45 |
| Katie Kazarian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 63 |
| Megan Cotter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 39 |
| Susan Donovan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 69 |
| Lauren Carson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 75 |
“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)
- 01/16/2025 Introduced, referred to House Education