Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7614: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- CERTIFICATION OF TEACHERS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7614 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 11, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- CERTIFICATION OF TEACHERS. Primary sponsor: Stephen Casey (Democratic), Brandon Voas (Democratic), Joshua Giraldo (Democratic), Scott Slater (Democratic), Katie Kazarian (Democratic), Mary Messier (Democratic), Jenni Furtado (Democratic), Joseph Solomon (Democratic), Joseph McNamara (Democratic), Bill O'Brien (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 17, 2026): 03/17/2026 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.
Provides that for the period up until July 1, 2027, an applicant for a teaching certificate in Rhode Island would not be required to complete a standardized teacher's examination as a prerequisite to obtaining a teaching certificate.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephen Casey | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 50 |
| Brandon Voas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 57 |
| Joshua Giraldo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 56 |
| Scott Slater | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 10 |
| Katie Kazarian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 63 |
| Mary Messier | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 62 |
| Jenni Furtado | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 64 |
| Joseph Solomon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 22 |
| Joseph McNamara | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 19 |
| Bill O'Brien | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 54 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/17/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/13/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/17/2026)
- 02/11/2026 Introduced, referred to House Education