Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7455: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- THE EDUCATION EQUITY AND PROPERTY TAX RELIEF ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7455 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 30, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- THE EDUCATION EQUITY AND PROPERTY TAX RELIEF ACT. Primary sponsor: Jennifer Stewart (Democratic), Bill O'Brien (Democratic), Susan Donovan (Democratic), Casimiro, Terri Cortvriend (Democratic), Earl Read (Democratic), Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (Democratic), Rebecca Kislak (Democratic), Mary Messier (Democratic), Jenni Furtado (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 28, 2026): 04/28/2026 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.
Mandates additional state education funding for the mental and behavioral health of students equal to 2% of the district’s total expenditures, and require those funds be used to hire staff such as school social workers, and behavioral specialists.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jennifer Stewart | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 59 |
| Bill O'Brien | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 54 |
| Susan Donovan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 69 |
| Casimiro | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Terri Cortvriend | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 72 |
| Earl Read | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 26 |
| Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 46 |
| Rebecca Kislak | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| Mary Messier | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 62 |
| Jenni Furtado | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 64 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/28/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/24/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/28/2026)
- 01/30/2026 Introduced, referred to House Finance