Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7527: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- EDUCATION MENTORSHIP PROGRAM ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7527 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 6, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- EDUCATION MENTORSHIP PROGRAM ACT. Primary sponsor: Jennifer Stewart (Democratic), Grace Diaz (Democratic), Karen Alzate (Democratic), Katie Kazarian (Democratic), Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (Democratic), Marie Hopkins (Republican), Earl Read (Democratic), Brandon Potter (Democratic), Joseph McNamara (Democratic), Casimiro. Most recent recorded action (March 10, 2026): 03/10/2026 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.
Requires that student mentors in public schools be certified support educators, ensuring mentors have professional training, established student relationships, and access to skills and information needed to support student success.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 8 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jennifer Stewart | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 59 |
| Grace Diaz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 11 |
| Karen Alzate | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 60 |
| Katie Kazarian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 63 |
| Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 46 |
| Marie Hopkins | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 21 |
| Earl Read | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 26 |
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Joseph McNamara | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 19 |
| Casimiro | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/10/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/06/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/10/2026)
- 02/06/2026 Introduced, referred to House Education