Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 176: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- HIGHER EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 176 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on February 7, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- HIGHER EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES ACT. Primary sponsor: Sam Zurier (Democratic), Mark McKenney (Democratic), Bridget Valverde (Democratic), Jonathon Acosta (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic), Val Lawson (Democratic), Hanna Gallo (Democratic), Tiara Mack (Democratic), Lou DiPalma (Democratic), Alana DiMario (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 30, 2025): 04/30/2025 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.
Establishes the Higher Education Opportunities for Students with Disabilities Act.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sam Zurier | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 3 |
| Mark McKenney | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 30 |
| Bridget Valverde | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 35 |
| Jonathon Acosta | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 16 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Val Lawson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 14 |
| Hanna Gallo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 27 |
| Tiara Mack | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 6 |
| Lou DiPalma | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 12 |
| Alana DiMario | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 36 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/30/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/25/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/30/2025)
- 04/21/2025 Meeting postponed (04/23/2025)
- 04/18/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration
- 02/07/2025 Introduced, referred to Senate Education