Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2239: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- THE EDUCATION EQUITY AND PROPERTY TAX RELIEF ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2239 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 -- THE EDUCATION EQUITY AND PROPERTY TAX RELIEF ACT. Primary sponsor: Stefano Famiglietti (Democratic), Andrew Dimitri (Democratic), Gordon Rogers (Republican), Thomas Paolino (Republican), Dawn Euer (Democratic), Lori Urso (Democratic), Jessica de la Cruz (Republican), Frank Ciccone (Democratic), Bob Britto (Democratic), Elaine Morgan (Republican). Most recent recorded action (May 19, 2026): 05/19/2026 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.
Provides that a school district could elect and choose to not spend money on any mandate that is not fully funded through the state education aid formula.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6 · Republican 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stefano Famiglietti | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 4 |
| Andrew Dimitri | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 25 |
| Gordon Rogers | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 21 |
| Thomas Paolino | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 17 |
| Dawn Euer | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 13 |
| Lori Urso | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 8 |
| Jessica de la Cruz | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 23 |
| Frank Ciccone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 7 |
| Bob Britto | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 18 |
| Elaine Morgan | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 34 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/19/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/15/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/19/2026)
- 01/23/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Finance