Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2416: AN ACT RELATING TO MILITARY AFFAIRS AND DEFENSE -- MILITARY CHILD ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2416 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on January 30, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO MILITARY AFFAIRS AND DEFENSE -- MILITARY CHILD ACT. Primary sponsor: Lammis Vargas (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic), Matt LaMountain (Democratic), John Burke (Democratic), Lou Raptakis (Democratic), Walter Felag (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 11, 2026): 03/11/2026 Meeting postponed (03/11/2026).
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Defines "military-connected student", "advance enrollment" and "open enrollment" to give them flexibility in choosing a school district.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lammis Vargas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 28 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Matt LaMountain | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 31 |
| John Burke | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Lou Raptakis | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 33 |
| Walter Felag | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 10 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/11/2026 Meeting postponed (03/11/2026)
- 03/06/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration
- 01/30/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Special Legislation and Veterans Affairs