Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 5843: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- REGIONAL VOCATIONAL SCHOOLS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 5843 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 28, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- REGIONAL VOCATIONAL SCHOOLS. Primary sponsor: Joseph Solomon (Democratic), Marie Hopkins (Republican), David Bennett (Democratic), Evan Shanley (Democratic), Joseph McNamara (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 8, 2025): 04/08/2025 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.
Provides for better communication between sending and receiving districts regarding students receiving CTE or pathways education.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 4 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joseph Solomon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 22 |
| Marie Hopkins | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 21 |
| David Bennett | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 20 |
| Evan Shanley | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 24 |
| 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
- 04/08/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/04/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/08/2025)
- 02/28/2025 Introduced, referred to House Education