Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7457: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- STUDENT LOAN REPAYMENT PROGRAM
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7457 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 -- STUDENT LOAN REPAYMENT PROGRAM. Primary sponsor: Rebecca Kislak (Democratic), Teresa Tanzi (Democratic), Deb Fellela (Democratic), Pat Serpa (Democratic), Grace Diaz (Democratic), Jenni Furtado (Democratic), Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 30, 2026): 04/30/2026 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.
Creates the Rhode Island Student Loan repayment program which would allow eligible individuals who have unpaid student loans, provided said individuals meet specified criteria.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 7
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rebecca Kislak | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| Teresa Tanzi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 34 |
| Deb Fellela | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 43 |
| Pat Serpa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 27 |
| Grace Diaz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 11 |
| Jenni Furtado | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 64 |
| Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 46 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/30/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/24/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/30/2026)
- 01/30/2026 Introduced, referred to House Finance