Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2537: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- TEACHERS RETIREMENT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2537 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on February 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- TEACHERS RETIREMENT. Primary sponsor: Matt LaMountain (Democratic), John Burke (Democratic), Lou DiPalma (Democratic), Frank Ciccone (Democratic), David Tikoian (Democratic), Hanna Gallo (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 14, 2026): 05/14/2026 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.
Gives teachers who takes an unpaid parental or medical leave during the year credit for a year of service for that school year if they served a minimum of 135 days.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt LaMountain | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 31 |
| John Burke | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Lou DiPalma | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 12 |
| Frank Ciccone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 7 |
| David Tikoian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
| Hanna Gallo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 27 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/14/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/08/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/14/2026)
- 02/13/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Finance