Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 20: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- COUNCIL ON POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 20 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on January 23, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- COUNCIL ON POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION. Primary sponsor: Melissa Murray (Democratic), Sam Zurier (Democratic), Bridget Valverde (Democratic), Tiara Mack (Democratic), Hanna Gallo (Democratic), Jonathon Acosta (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 7, 2025): 05/07/2025 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.
Directs the commissioner of postsecondary education to prepare a strategic plan for public higher education which is aligned with the goals of the board of education's strategic plan.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Sam Zurier | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 3 |
| Bridget Valverde | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 35 |
| Tiara Mack | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 6 |
| Hanna Gallo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 27 |
| Jonathon Acosta | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 16 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/07/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/02/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/07/2025)
- 01/23/2025 Introduced, referred to Senate Education