Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 236: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- HEALTH AND SAFETY OF PUPILS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 236 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 -- HEALTH AND SAFETY OF PUPILS. Primary sponsor: Bob Britto (Democratic), Pete Appollonio (Democratic), John Burke (Democratic), David Tikoian (Democratic), Walter Felag (Democratic), Andrew Dimitri (Democratic), Lou Raptakis (Democratic), Brian Thompson (Democratic), Todd Patalano (Democratic), Matt LaMountain (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 9, 2025): 04/09/2025 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.
Mandates the use of a soft-shell helmet cover that adds a padded, soft-shell layer to the outside of a traditional football helmet, for students participating in Rhode Island interscholastic league football.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bob Britto | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 18 |
| Pete Appollonio | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 29 |
| John Burke | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| David Tikoian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
| Walter Felag | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 10 |
| Andrew Dimitri | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 25 |
| Lou Raptakis | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 33 |
| Brian Thompson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
| Todd Patalano | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 26 |
| Matt LaMountain | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 31 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/09/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/04/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/09/2025)
- 02/24/2025 Meeting postponed (02/26/2025)
- 02/21/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration
- 02/13/2025 Introduced, referred to Senate Education