Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 8252: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- COUNCIL ON POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION
Enacted Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 8252 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on March 6, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- COUNCIL ON POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION. Primary sponsor: Leo Felix (Democratic), Jose Batista (Democratic), Scott Slater (Democratic), Grace Diaz (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 18, 2026): 06/18/2026 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.
Provides any student, who meets the requirements of this section, with an exemption from paying nonresident tuition at Rhode Island public universities, colleges, or community colleges.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leo Felix | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 61 |
| Jose Batista | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 12 |
| Scott Slater | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 10 |
| Grace Diaz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 11 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 06/18/2026 Signed by Governor
- 06/16/2026 Transmitted to Governor
- 06/11/2026 Senate passed as amended in concurrence
- 06/10/2026 Placed on Senate Calendar (06/11/2026)
- 06/10/2026 House passed as amended (floor amendment)
- 06/08/2026 Placed on House Calendar (06/10/2026)
- 06/08/2026 Committee recommends passage
- 06/06/2026 Scheduled for consideration (06/08/2026)
- 05/12/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/08/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/12/2026)
- 03/06/2026 Introduced, referred to House Finance