Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 5530: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- COUNCIL ON POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 5530 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 13, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- COUNCIL ON POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION. Primary sponsor: Karen Alzate (Democratic), Anthony DeSimone (Democratic), Pat Serpa (Democratic), Sam Azzinaro (Democratic), Joseph Solomon (Democratic), Doc Corvese (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 22, 2025): 04/22/2025 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.
Beginning on July 1, 2025, allows state union employees to negotiate longevity payments in their collective bargaining agreements.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Karen Alzate | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 60 |
| Anthony DeSimone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 5 |
| Pat Serpa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 27 |
| Sam Azzinaro | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 37 |
| Joseph Solomon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 22 |
| Doc Corvese | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 55 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/22/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/18/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/22/2025)
- 02/13/2025 Introduced, referred to House Finance