Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2214: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2214 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 -- CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES. Primary sponsor: Dawn Euer (Democratic), Tiara Mack (Democratic), Lammis Vargas (Democratic), Sam Zurier (Democratic), Pam Lauria (Democratic), Alana DiMario (Democratic), Ryan Pearson (Democratic), Bridget Valverde (Democratic), Brian Thompson (Democratic), Ana Quezada (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 15, 2026): 04/15/2026 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.
Requires transition planning for high school students with disabilities, who have a “504” plan, like the transition planning required for high school students with disabilities, who have an individualized education program (IEP).
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dawn Euer | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 13 |
| Tiara Mack | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 6 |
| Lammis Vargas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 28 |
| Sam Zurier | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 3 |
| Pam Lauria | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
| Alana DiMario | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 36 |
| Ryan Pearson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 19 |
| Bridget Valverde | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 35 |
| Brian Thompson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
| Ana Quezada | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 2 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/15/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/10/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/15/2026)
- 03/27/2026 Meeting postponed (04/01/2026)
- 03/27/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration
- 01/23/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Education