Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2635: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- FEDERAL AID
Enacted Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2635 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 -- FEDERAL AID. Primary sponsor: Brian Thompson (Democratic), Bob Britto (Democratic), Lori Urso (Democratic), Matt LaMountain (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic), Jake Bissaillon (Democratic), David Tikoian (Democratic), Frank Ciccone (Democratic), Hanna Gallo (Democratic), Val Lawson (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 10, 2026): 06/10/2026 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.
Ends transaction fees for school lunches in all districts. This act requires at least one no-fee payment method for school lunches and a full disclosure whether fees will be charged by a payment platform.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Thompson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
| Bob Britto | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 18 |
| Lori Urso | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 8 |
| Matt LaMountain | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 31 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Jake Bissaillon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 1 |
| David Tikoian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
| Frank Ciccone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 7 |
| Hanna Gallo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 27 |
| Val Lawson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 14 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 06/10/2026 Signed by Governor
- 06/04/2026 Transmitted to Governor
- 06/04/2026 House passed in concurrence
- 06/02/2026 Placed on the House Consent Calendar (06/04/2026)
- 05/28/2026 Senate read and passed
- 05/26/2026 Placed on Senate Calendar (05/28/2026)
- 05/26/2026 Committee recommends passage
- 05/22/2026 Scheduled for consideration (05/26/2026)
- 03/04/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 02/27/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/04/2026)
- 02/13/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Education