Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 5203: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- SCHOOL FUNDS AND PROPERTY
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 5203 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 24, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- SCHOOL FUNDS AND PROPERTY. Primary sponsor: Tina Spears (Democratic), Joseph McNamara (Democratic), Alex Finkelman (Democratic), Arthur Handy (Democratic), Lauren Carson (Democratic), Michelle McGaw (Democratic), David Bennett (Democratic), Matthew Dawson (Democratic), Jennifer Boylan (Democratic), Terri Cortvriend (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 29, 2025): 04/29/2025 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.
Directs the department of education to develop and adopt regulations for energy capable school buildings.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tina Spears | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 36 |
| Joseph McNamara | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 19 |
| Alex Finkelman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 74 |
| Arthur Handy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 18 |
| Lauren Carson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 75 |
| Michelle McGaw | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 71 |
| David Bennett | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 20 |
| Matthew Dawson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 65 |
| Jennifer Boylan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 66 |
| Terri Cortvriend | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 72 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/29/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/25/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/29/2025)
- 01/24/2025 Introduced, referred to House Finance