Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 452: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- FEDERAL AID
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 452 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on February 26, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- FEDERAL AID. Primary sponsor: Pam Lauria (Democratic), Sam Bell (Democratic), Ana Quezada (Democratic), Victoria Gu (Democratic), Val Lawson (Democratic), Bob Britto (Democratic), Tiara Mack (Democratic), Bridget Valverde (Democratic), Lammis Vargas (Democratic), Jonathon Acosta (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 27, 2025): 05/27/2025 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.
Establishes a statewide “Healthy School Meals for all” universal school breakfast and lunch program in Rhode Island public schools phased in over 3 years.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pam Lauria | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
| Sam Bell | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 5 |
| Ana Quezada | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 2 |
| Victoria Gu | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 38 |
| Val Lawson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 14 |
| Bob Britto | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 18 |
| Tiara Mack | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 6 |
| Bridget Valverde | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 35 |
| Lammis Vargas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 28 |
| Jonathon Acosta | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 16 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/27/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/23/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/27/2025)
- 02/26/2025 Introduced, referred to Senate Finance