Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 5742: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- FEDERAL AID
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 5742 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 26, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- FEDERAL AID. Primary sponsor: Evan Shanley (Democratic), Bill O'Brien (Democratic), Grace Diaz (Democratic), Jay Edwards (Democratic), Susan Donovan (Democratic), Lauren Carson (Democratic), Megan Cotter (Democratic), Brandon Potter (Democratic), Jennifer Stewart (Democratic), Justine Caldwell (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.
Establishes a statewide “Healthy School Meals for all” universal school breakfast and lunch program in Rhode Island public schools phased in over 3 years.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evan Shanley | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 24 |
| Bill O'Brien | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 54 |
| Grace Diaz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 11 |
| Jay Edwards | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 70 |
| Susan Donovan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 69 |
| Lauren Carson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 75 |
| Megan Cotter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 39 |
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Jennifer Stewart | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 59 |
| Justine Caldwell | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 30 |
“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)
- 02/26/2025 Introduced, referred to House Finance