Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 676: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- STUDENT LOAN REPAYMENT PROGRAM
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 676 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 -- STUDENT LOAN REPAYMENT PROGRAM. Primary sponsor: Brian Thompson (Democratic), Meghan Kallman (Democratic), Dawn Euer (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic), Jake Bissaillon (Democratic), Val Lawson (Democratic), Pam Lauria (Democratic), Bridget Valverde (Democratic), Alana DiMario (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 20, 2025): 05/20/2025 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.
Creates the Rhode Island Student Loan repayment program which would allow eligible individuals who have unpaid student loans, provided said individuals meet specified criteria.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Thompson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
| Meghan Kallman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 15 |
| Dawn Euer | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 13 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Jake Bissaillon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 1 |
| Val Lawson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 14 |
| Pam Lauria | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
| Bridget Valverde | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 35 |
| Alana DiMario | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 36 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/20/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/16/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/20/2025)
- 03/07/2025 Introduced, referred to Senate Finance