Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7730: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- STUDENT CULTURAL EXCHANGE PROGRAM
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 7730 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 12, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- STUDENT CULTURAL EXCHANGE PROGRAM. Primary sponsor: John Lombardi (Democratic), David Place (Republican), Jennifer Boylan (Democratic), Jenni Furtado (Democratic), Joshua Giraldo (Democratic), Karen Alzate (Democratic), Cherie Cruz (Democratic), Megan Cotter (Democratic), June Speakman (Democratic), Jennifer Stewart (Democratic). 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.
Directs the department of elementary and secondary education to provide a two-year pilot program that coordinates a national cultural exchange program for students of this state.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Lombardi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 8 |
| David Place | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 47 |
| Jennifer Boylan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 66 |
| Jenni Furtado | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 64 |
| Joshua Giraldo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 56 |
| Karen Alzate | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 60 |
| Cherie Cruz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 58 |
| Megan Cotter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 39 |
| June Speakman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 68 |
| Jennifer Stewart | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 59 |
“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)
- 02/12/2026 Introduced, referred to House Education