Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7680: AN ACT RELATING 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 7680 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 11, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING EDUCATION -- THE EDUCATION EQUITY AND PROPERTY TAX RELIEF ACT. Primary sponsor: Lauren Carson (Democratic), Jennifer Boylan (Democratic), Kathleen Fogarty (Democratic), Jennifer Stewart (Democratic), Joshua Giraldo (Democratic), Rebecca Kislak (Democratic), Grace Diaz (Democratic), Nathan Biah (Democratic), June Speakman (Democratic), Susan Donovan (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.
Specifies that pre-k programs for three (3) – and four (4) – year olds be added to programs to increase access to voluntary, free, high-quality pre-kindergarten programs.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lauren Carson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 75 |
| Jennifer Boylan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 66 |
| Kathleen Fogarty | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 35 |
| Jennifer Stewart | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 59 |
| Joshua Giraldo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 56 |
| Rebecca Kislak | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| Grace Diaz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 11 |
| Nathan Biah | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 3 |
| June Speakman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 68 |
| Susan Donovan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 69 |
“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)
- 02/11/2026 Introduced, referred to House Finance