Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 5983: 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 5983 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 -- FEDERAL AID. Primary sponsor: Cherie Cruz (Democratic), Enrique Sanchez (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 28, 2025): 02/28/2025 Introduced, referred to House Finance.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Requires free breakfast and lunches be provided to elementary and secondary students attending public schools.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cherie Cruz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 58 |
| Enrique Sanchez | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 9 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 02/28/2025 Introduced, referred to House Finance