Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Resolution
SR 2789: JOINT RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY AND PROVIDE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE CREATION OF A STATEWIDE TEACHER HEALTHCARE PLAN
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- Introduced
- In committee
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- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SR 2789 is a resolution introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on March 4, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: JOINT RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY AND PROVIDE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE CREATION OF A STATEWIDE TEACHER HEALTHCARE PLAN. Primary sponsor: Lori Urso (Democratic), Hanna Gallo (Democratic), David Tikoian (Democratic), Frank Ciccone (Democratic), Bridget Valverde (Democratic), Lou DiPalma (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 29, 2026): 05/29/2026 Referred to House Labor.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Creates an 11-member commission to study and make recommendations on a statewide teacher healthcare plan, and would report quarterly as of September 1, 2026, and submit a final report by September 1, 2027, and expires on December 31, 2027.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lori Urso | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 8 |
| Hanna Gallo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 27 |
| David Tikoian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
| Frank Ciccone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 7 |
| Bridget Valverde | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 35 |
| 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
- 05/29/2026 Referred to House Labor
- 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)
- 04/08/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/03/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/08/2026)
- 03/04/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Education