Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Resolution
HR 8351: JOINT RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL JOINT LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY RHODE ISLAND'S EDUCATION FUNDING FORMULA AND EDUCATION FINANCE SYSTEM
Enacted Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HR 8351 is a resolution introduced in the Rhode Island House on March 25, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: JOINT RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL JOINT LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY RHODE ISLAND'S EDUCATION FUNDING FORMULA AND EDUCATION FINANCE SYSTEM. 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 22, 2026): 06/22/2026 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.
Creates a special joint legislative commission to make a comprehensive study of Rhode Island's education funding formula and education finance system.
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
- 06/22/2026 Signed by Governor
- 06/18/2026 Transmitted to Governor
- 06/11/2026 Senate passed Sub A as amended in concurrence
- 06/11/2026 Placed on Senate Calendar (06/11/2026)
- 06/11/2026 House passed Sub A as amended (floor amendment)
- 06/09/2026 Placed on House Calendar (06/11/2026)
- 06/09/2026 Committee recommends passage of Sub A
- 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