Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7114: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- HEALTH AND SAFETY OF PUPILS
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- Introduced
- In committee
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- Passed both chambers
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Plain-language summary
HB 7114 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 15, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- HEALTH AND SAFETY OF PUPILS. Primary sponsor: Brian Newberry (Republican), Jon Brien (Independent), Susan Donovan (Democratic), Brian Kennedy (Democratic), Katie Kazarian (Democratic), Alex Finkelman (Democratic), Jennifer Boylan (Democratic), Joseph McNamara (Democratic), Joe Shekarchi (Democratic), Mia Ackerman (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 9, 2026): 06/09/2026 Referred to Senate Judiciary.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Permits special community service to be imposed because of bullying based on religious beliefs, sexual orientation, or ethnicity.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 8 · Independent 1 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Newberry | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 48 |
| Jon Brien | Primary sponsor | Independent | House | 49 |
| Susan Donovan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 69 |
| Brian Kennedy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 38 |
| Katie Kazarian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 63 |
| Alex Finkelman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 74 |
| Jennifer Boylan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 66 |
| Joseph McNamara | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 19 |
| Joe Shekarchi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 23 |
| Mia Ackerman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 45 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 06/09/2026 Referred to Senate Judiciary
- 05/28/2026 House passed Sub A
- 05/22/2026 Placed on House Calendar (05/28/2026)
- 05/19/2026 Committee recommends passage of Sub A
- 05/15/2026 Proposed Substitute
- 05/15/2026 Scheduled for consideration (05/19/2026)
- 03/10/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/06/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/10/2026)
- 01/15/2026 Introduced, referred to House Education