Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7582: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- HEALTH AND SAFETY OF PUPILS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 7582 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 -- HEALTH AND SAFETY OF PUPILS. Primary sponsor: Tom Noret (Democratic), Jenni Furtado (Democratic), Brandon Potter (Democratic), Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (Democratic), Susan Donovan (Democratic), Kathleen Fogarty (Democratic), Casimiro, Mike Chippendale (Republican), Earl Read (Democratic), Megan Cotter (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.
Requires inspections and evaluations of the indoor air quality of each school building, including heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 8 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tom Noret | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 25 |
| Jenni Furtado | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 64 |
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 46 |
| Susan Donovan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 69 |
| Kathleen Fogarty | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 35 |
| Casimiro | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Mike Chippendale | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 40 |
| Earl Read | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 26 |
| Megan Cotter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 39 |
“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)
- 02/06/2026 Introduced, referred to House Finance