Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 8351: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- THE RHODE ISLAND EDUCATION FUNDING AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 8351 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on March 25, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- THE RHODE ISLAND EDUCATION FUNDING AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT. Primary sponsor: Bob Phillips (Democratic), Enrique Sanchez (Democratic), Jon Brien (Independent), Jenni Furtado (Democratic), Edith Ajello (Democratic), Rebecca Kislak (Democratic), Teresa Tanzi (Democratic), Mia Ackerman (Democratic), Terri Cortvriend (Democratic), Joseph McNamara (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 7, 2026): 06/07/2026 Proposed Substitute.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Establishes the Rhode Island education funding and accountability act, which would include a totally revised and revamped formula for funding all levels of public education in Rhode Island.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9 · Independent 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bob Phillips | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 51 |
| Enrique Sanchez | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 9 |
| Jon Brien | Primary sponsor | Independent | House | 49 |
| Jenni Furtado | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 64 |
| Edith Ajello | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 1 |
| Rebecca Kislak | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| Teresa Tanzi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 34 |
| Mia Ackerman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 45 |
| Terri Cortvriend | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 72 |
| Joseph McNamara | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 19 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 06/07/2026 Proposed Substitute
- 06/07/2026 Scheduled for consideration (06/09/2026)
- 04/28/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/24/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/28/2026)
- 03/25/2026 Introduced, referred to House Finance