Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7054: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- THE RHODE ISLAND PREKINDERGARTEN EDUCATION ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 7054 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 9, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- THE RHODE ISLAND PREKINDERGARTEN EDUCATION ACT. Primary sponsor: Raymond Hull (Democratic), John Lombardi (Democratic), Joshua Giraldo (Democratic), Cherie Cruz (Democratic), Mia Ackerman (Democratic), Brandon Voas (Democratic), Brandon Potter (Democratic), Joseph Solomon (Democratic), Megan Cotter (Democratic), Joseph McNamara (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 12, 2026): 02/12/2026 Withdrawn at sponsor's request.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Establishes guidelines for continued implementation and expansion of public, high-quality prekindergarten education programs.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raymond Hull | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 6 |
| John Lombardi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 8 |
| Joshua Giraldo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 56 |
| Cherie Cruz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 58 |
| Mia Ackerman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 45 |
| Brandon Voas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 57 |
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Joseph Solomon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 22 |
| Megan Cotter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 39 |
| 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
- 02/12/2026 Withdrawn at sponsor's request
- 01/09/2026 Introduced, referred to House Finance