Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Resolution
HR 8266: HOUSE RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY EXPANDING PATHWAYS INTO THE TEACHING PROFESSION
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HR 8266 is a resolution introduced in the Rhode Island House on March 11, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: HOUSE RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY EXPANDING PATHWAYS INTO THE TEACHING PROFESSION. Primary sponsor: Jay Edwards (Democratic), Jenni Furtado (Democratic), John Lombardi (Democratic), Raymond Hull (Democratic), Karen Alzate (Democratic), Jennifer Stewart (Democratic), Joshua Giraldo (Democratic), Jose Batista (Democratic), Scott Slater (Democratic), Grace Diaz (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 2, 2026): 04/02/2026 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.
Creates a special legislative commission of 17 members whose purpose would be to study evaluate and make recommendations regarding educator preparation, licensure, certification and early-career support systems in the state.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jay Edwards | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 70 |
| Jenni Furtado | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 64 |
| John Lombardi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 8 |
| Raymond Hull | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 6 |
| Karen Alzate | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 60 |
| Jennifer Stewart | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 59 |
| Joshua Giraldo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 56 |
| 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
- 04/02/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/27/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/02/2026)
- 03/11/2026 Introduced, referred to House Education