Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 8165: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- UNIVERSITY OF RHODE ISLAND
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 8165 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- UNIVERSITY OF RHODE ISLAND. Primary sponsor: Carol McEntee (Democratic), Tina Spears (Democratic), Teresa Tanzi (Democratic), Kathleen Fogarty (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 30, 2026): 04/30/2026 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 the board of trustees with tort claim protections and calls upon the board to undertake a feasibility study related to operations of the Rhode Island Nuclear Science Center and the Rhode Island Atomic Energy Commission.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carol McEntee | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 33 |
| Tina Spears | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 36 |
| Teresa Tanzi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 34 |
| Kathleen Fogarty | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 35 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/30/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/24/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/30/2026)
- 02/27/2026 Introduced, referred to House Finance