Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 235: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- THE ESTABLISHMENT OF SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT TEAMS
Enacted Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 235 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on February 13, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- THE ESTABLISHMENT OF SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT TEAMS. Primary sponsor: Matt LaMountain (Democratic), John Burke (Democratic), Dawn Euer (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic), Alana DiMario (Democratic), Todd Patalano (Democratic), Jake Bissaillon (Democratic), Lammis Vargas (Democratic), Hanna Gallo (Democratic), Pete Appollonio (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (July 2, 2025): 07/02/2025 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.
Requires the school board or committees of cities and towns to establish a safety and behavioral health committee and also lays out the representation requirements committee responsibilities to ensure a stable learning environment for all students.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt LaMountain | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 31 |
| John Burke | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Dawn Euer | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 13 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Alana DiMario | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 36 |
| Todd Patalano | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 26 |
| Jake Bissaillon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 1 |
| Lammis Vargas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 28 |
| Hanna Gallo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 27 |
| Pete Appollonio | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 29 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 07/02/2025 Signed by Governor
- 06/27/2025 Transmitted to Governor
- 06/20/2025 House passed Sub A in concurrence
- 06/18/2025 Placed on House Calendar (06/20/2025)
- 06/18/2025 Senate passed Sub A
- 06/17/2025 Placed on Senate Calendar (06/18/2025)
- 06/17/2025 Committee recommends passage of Sub A
- 06/16/2025 Proposed Substitute
- 06/13/2025 Scheduled for consideration (06/17/2025)
- 04/30/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/25/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/30/2025)
- 04/21/2025 Meeting postponed (04/23/2025)
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