Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 639: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- THE SCHOOL LIBRARIES ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 639 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on March 7, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- THE SCHOOL LIBRARIES ACT. Primary sponsor: Lou DiPalma (Democratic), Matt LaMountain (Democratic), Lou Raptakis (Democratic), David Tikoian (Democratic), Mark McKenney (Democratic), Tiara Mack (Democratic), Hanna Gallo (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 21, 2025): 04/21/2025 Meeting postponed (04/23/2025).
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Creates the School Libraries Act.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 7
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lou DiPalma | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 12 |
| Matt LaMountain | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 31 |
| Lou Raptakis | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 33 |
| David Tikoian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
| Mark McKenney | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 30 |
| Tiara Mack | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 6 |
| 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
- 04/21/2025 Meeting postponed (04/23/2025)
- 04/18/2025 Scheduled for consideration
- 03/12/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/07/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/12/2025)
- 03/07/2025 Introduced, referred to Senate Education