Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2349: 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 2349 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on January 30, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- HIGHER EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES ACT. Primary sponsor: Tiara Mack (Democratic), Linda Ujifusa (Democratic), Lammis Vargas (Democratic), Ryan Pearson (Democratic), Jake Bissaillon (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic), Mark McKenney (Democratic), Lou DiPalma (Democratic), Hanna Gallo (Democratic), Alana DiMario (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.
Establishes the Higher Education Opportunities for Students with Disabilities Act.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tiara Mack | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 6 |
| Linda Ujifusa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 11 |
| Lammis Vargas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 28 |
| Ryan Pearson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 19 |
| Jake Bissaillon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 1 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Mark McKenney | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 30 |
| Lou DiPalma | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 12 |
| Hanna Gallo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 27 |
| 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
- 04/15/2026 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
- 01/30/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Education