Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7731: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- HEALTH AND SAFETY OF PUPILS
Enacted Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7731 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 -- HEALTH AND SAFETY OF PUPILS. Primary sponsor: Joseph Solomon (Democratic), Pat Serpa (Democratic), Stephen Casey (Democratic), Joseph McNamara (Democratic), Susan Donovan (Democratic), Paul Santucci (Republican), Doc Corvese (Democratic), Dick Fascia (Republican), Tom Noret (Democratic), Earl Read (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 19, 2026): 06/19/2026 Signed by Governor.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Strengthens school security measures, including the establishment of a RI school emergency response committee to develop additional recommendations for school security measures and requiring an annual school safety assessment by all school districts.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 8 · Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joseph Solomon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 22 |
| Pat Serpa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 27 |
| Stephen Casey | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 50 |
| Joseph McNamara | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 19 |
| Susan Donovan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 69 |
| Paul Santucci | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 53 |
| Doc Corvese | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 55 |
| Dick Fascia | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 42 |
| Tom Noret | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 25 |
| Earl Read | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 26 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 06/19/2026 Signed by Governor
- 06/16/2026 Transmitted to Governor
- 06/10/2026 Senate passed Sub A in concurrence
- 06/09/2026 Placed on the Senate Consent Calendar (06/10/2026)
- 06/09/2026 House passed Sub A
- 06/08/2026 Placed on House Calendar (06/09/2026)
- 06/08/2026 Committee recommends passage of Sub A
- 06/05/2026 Proposed Substitute
- 06/05/2026 Scheduled for consideration (06/08/2026)
- 03/17/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/13/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/17/2026)
- 02/12/2026 Introduced, referred to House Education