Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 8531: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- COMPULSORY ATTENDANCE
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 8531 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on May 8, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- COMPULSORY ATTENDANCE. Primary sponsor: Joseph Solomon (Democratic), Doc Corvese (Democratic), Brian Kennedy (Democratic), Sam Azzinaro (Democratic), Deb Fellela (Democratic), Pat Serpa (Democratic), Tom Noret (Democratic), Evan Shanley (Democratic), Matthew Dawson (Democratic), Bill O'Brien (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 19, 2026): 05/19/2026 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.
Authorizes school committees to deny or defer approval of a homeschooling proposed plan in certain circumstances.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joseph Solomon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 22 |
| Doc Corvese | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 55 |
| Brian Kennedy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 38 |
| Sam Azzinaro | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 37 |
| Deb Fellela | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 43 |
| Pat Serpa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 27 |
| Tom Noret | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 25 |
| Evan Shanley | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 24 |
| Matthew Dawson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 65 |
| Bill O'Brien | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 54 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/19/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/15/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/19/2026)
- 05/08/2026 Introduced, referred to House Education