Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2873: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- HEALTH AND SAFETY OF PUPILS
Passed one chamber Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2873 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on March 4, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- HEALTH AND SAFETY OF PUPILS. Primary sponsor: Pam Lauria (Democratic), Linda Ujifusa (Democratic), Bridget Valverde (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic), Brian Thompson (Democratic), Lou DiPalma (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 25, 2026): 03/25/2026 Referred to House Education.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Requires inspection and evaluation of indoor air quality in public schools, departments of health shall establish and recommend thresholds and rates for environmental conditions.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pam Lauria | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
| Linda Ujifusa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 11 |
| Bridget Valverde | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 35 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Brian Thompson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
| Lou DiPalma | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 12 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/25/2026 Referred to House Education
- 03/24/2026 Senate read and passed
- 03/12/2026 Placed on Senate Calendar (03/24/2026)
- 03/10/2026 Committee recommends passage
- 03/06/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/10/2026)
- 03/04/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Health and Human Services