Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 6139: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- RHODE ISLAND PROMISE SCHOLARSHIP
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 6139 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on March 26, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- RHODE ISLAND PROMISE SCHOLARSHIP. Primary sponsor: Brian Kennedy (Democratic), Katie Kazarian (Democratic), Casimiro, Doc Corvese (Democratic), Tom Noret (Democratic), Bill O'Brien (Democratic), Grace Diaz (Democratic), Deb Fellela (Democratic), Sam Azzinaro (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 1, 2025): 05/01/2025 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.
Makes students in workforce-ready certificate programs at the Community College of Rhode Island eligible to receive the Rhode Island Promise Scholarship.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 8
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Kennedy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 38 |
| Katie Kazarian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 63 |
| Casimiro | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Doc Corvese | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 55 |
| Tom Noret | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 25 |
| Bill O'Brien | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 54 |
| Grace Diaz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 11 |
| Deb Fellela | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 43 |
| Sam Azzinaro | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 37 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/01/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/25/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/01/2025)
- 03/26/2025 Introduced, referred to House Finance