Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 5088: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- HEALTH AND SAFETY OF PUPILS
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- Introduced
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- Passed both chambers
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Plain-language summary
HB 5088 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 -- HEALTH AND SAFETY OF PUPILS. Primary sponsor: Doc Corvese (Democratic), Pat Serpa (Democratic), Earl Read (Democratic), Tom Noret (Democratic), Stephen Casey (Democratic), David Bennett (Democratic), Casimiro, Mia Ackerman (Democratic), Susan Donovan (Democratic), Joseph McNamara (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 11, 2025): 06/11/2025 Referred to Senate Education.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Mandates the use of a soft-shell helmet cover that adds a padded, soft-shell layer to the outside of a traditional football helmet, for students participating in Rhode Island interscholastic league football.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doc Corvese | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 55 |
| Pat Serpa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 27 |
| Earl Read | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 26 |
| Tom Noret | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 25 |
| Stephen Casey | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 50 |
| David Bennett | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 20 |
| Casimiro | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Mia Ackerman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 45 |
| Susan Donovan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 69 |
| Joseph McNamara | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 19 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 06/11/2025 Referred to Senate Education
- 06/03/2025 House passed Sub A
- 05/30/2025 Placed on House Calendar (06/03/2025)
- 05/22/2025 Committee recommends passage of Sub A
- 05/16/2025 Proposed Substitute
- 05/16/2025 Scheduled for consideration (05/22/2025)
- 03/11/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/07/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/11/2025)
- 01/16/2025 Introduced, referred to House Education