Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2209: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- HEALTH AND SAFETY OF PUPILS
Enacted Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2209 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on January 23, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- HEALTH AND SAFETY OF PUPILS. Primary sponsor: Gordon Rogers (Republican), Jessica de la Cruz (Republican), Pete Appollonio (Democratic), John Burke (Democratic), David Tikoian (Democratic), Frank Ciccone (Democratic), Brian Thompson (Democratic), Stefano Famiglietti (Democratic), Todd Patalano (Democratic), Andrew Dimitri (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 19, 2026): 06/19/2026 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.
Amends the composition of the Rhode Island school safety committee by adding an additional member who is a representative from the Rhode Island school Resource officer Association.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 8 · Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gordon Rogers | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 21 |
| Jessica de la Cruz | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 23 |
| Pete Appollonio | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 29 |
| John Burke | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| David Tikoian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
| Frank Ciccone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 7 |
| Brian Thompson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
| Stefano Famiglietti | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 4 |
| Todd Patalano | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 26 |
| Andrew Dimitri | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 25 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 06/19/2026 Signed by Governor
- 06/16/2026 Transmitted to Governor
- 06/09/2026 House passed Sub A in concurrence
- 06/08/2026 Placed on House Calendar (06/09/2026)
- 06/08/2026 Committee recommends passage of Sub A in concurrence
- 06/05/2026 Scheduled for consideration (06/08/2026)
- 05/29/2026 Referred to House Education
- 05/28/2026 Senate passed Sub A
- 05/26/2026 Placed on Senate Calendar (05/28/2026)
- 05/26/2026 Committee recommends passage of Sub A
- 05/22/2026 Proposed Substitute
- 05/22/2026 Scheduled for consideration (05/26/2026)
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