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died · Rhode Island · House Apr 28, 2026

HB 8163: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- RHODE ISLAND PREKINDERGARTEN EDUCATION ACT

Establishes guidelines, rules and regulations for the implementation and expansion of prekindergarten education programs for children ages 3-4 to increase children’s school readiness statewide.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands prekindergarten access for ages 3-4 to increase school readiness, directly advancing early education access and program implementation.95% confidence
Joseph Solomon (D) Lauren Carson (D) Megan Cotter (D) Brandon Potter (D) Joseph McNamara (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 28, 2026

HB 8159: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- THE EDUCATION EQUITY AND PROPERTY TAX RELIEF ACT

Provides that in local education agencies when over 45% of the children have a family income that is at or below 185% of federal poverty guidelines, then the student success factor will be 50% by the core instruction per-pupil amount.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly names 'PROPERTY TAX RELIEF' in title and adjusts education funding toward low-income districts, aligning with tax relief and equitable funding indicators.92% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationDirects increased per-pupil funding (50% student success factor) to schools with >45% low-income students, advancing educational equity through targeted resource allocation.90% confidence
Stephen Casey (D) Bob Phillips (D) Jon Brien (I)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 28, 2026

HR 8204: JOINT RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE STATE TO ENTER INTO A FINANCING AGREEMENT RELATING TO SCHOOL CONSTRUCTION IN THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET TO FINANCE RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS TO SAMUEL SLATER MIDDLE SCHOOL FACILITIES, OR THE ACQUISITION, CONSTRUCTION, IMPROVEMENT, FURNISHING AND EQUIPPING OF A NEW MIDDLE SCHOOL AND SCHOOL FACILITIES AND ALL EXPENSES INCIDENT THERETO INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, COSTS OF DESIGN, DEMOLITION, ATHLETIC FIELDS, LANDSCAPING AND PARKING BY THE ISSUANCE OF NOT MORE THAN $22,500,000 CITY BONDS, CITY NOTES AND/OR OTHER EVIDENCES OF INDEBTEDNESS THEREFOR

HR 8204 authorizes the City of Pawtucket to issue up to $22.5 million in city bonds, notes, or other debt instruments to finance school construction, renovations, or repairs at Samuel Slater Middle School or for a new middle school facility. It directly affects Pawtucket's public school infrastructure by enabling funding for building projects, design costs, demolition, athletic fields, landscaping, and parking. The bill does not change existing school policies but provides a financial mechanism for capital improvements. The resolution is pending in the House Finance Committee after introduction on February 27, 2026.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationAuthorizes $22.5M in bonds for school construction/renovations, directly funding K-12 infrastructure improvements at Samuel Slater Middle School.95% confidence
Karen Alzate (D) Mary Messier (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 28, 2026

HB 8157: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- THE EDUCATION EQUITY AND PROPERTY TAX RELIEF ACT

HB 8157 changes how the state calculates its contribution to the poverty loss stabilization fund, which supports school districts serving high-poverty communities. It amends the state's share statute to adjust the formula used for determining funding levels. This directly affects school districts in low-income areas that rely on this fund to offset revenue shortfalls. The key provision modifies the calculation method, potentially altering the amount of state aid these districts receive. The bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill modifies state funding formula for school districts in high-poverty areas, aiming to stabilize aid through 'property tax relief' and adjust poverty loss stabilization fund calculations.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAmends funding formula for poverty loss stabilization fund supporting high-poverty school districts, directly addressing equitable education funding to offset revenue shortfalls.85% confidence
Jennifer Boylan (D) Justine Caldwell (D) Evan Shanley (D) Jason Knight (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 28, 2026

HB 8160: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- THE EDUCATION EQUITY AND PROPERTY TAX RELIEF ACT

HB 8160 removes a specific funding requirement previously imposed on the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. This change directly affects how the department manages its budget and resource allocation. The bill's abstract does not specify the nature of the removed requirement or its connection to property tax relief, as referenced in the title. It is a procedural measure focused on altering existing administrative obligations.
Stephen Casey (D) Bob Phillips (D) Jon Brien (I)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 28, 2026

HR 7011: JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION TO THE RHODE ISLAND AUDITORY ORAL PROGRAM

This bill appropriates $1,167,100 to the Rhode Island Auditory Oral Program for fiscal year 2026-2027. The program, based in the Foster School Department, provides specialized auditory-oral instruction using hearing technology to support children with hearing loss, helping them achieve academic success and social inclusion. The funds will directly support this educational service for affected children and their families.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $1.17M for educational program supporting children with hearing loss, increasing public service funding under state budget allocation.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAppropriates $1.167M for K-12 auditory-oral program supporting students with hearing loss, directly enhancing educational access and academic success through specialized services.95% confidence
Dick Fascia (R) Arthur Handy (D) Joseph McNamara (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 28, 2026

SB 2075: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC UTILITIES AND CARRIERS -- PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION

Requires the PUC to produce yearly reports beginning on January 1, 2027 on the ability of the current electric grid to handle electrification loads needed to power cars, buildings, and heating of homes within the state.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRequires grid readiness reports for electrification, enabling cleaner energy adoption and reduced emissions from transportation/buildings.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRequires PUC reports on grid capacity for EVs and electrification, enabling transportation infrastructure transition.90% confidence
Jessica de la Cruz (R) Thomas Paolino (R) Elaine Morgan (R) Gordon Rogers (R) Lou Raptakis (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 28, 2026

SB 2114: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- CONSENT TO MEDICAL AND SURGICAL CARE

Requires that an individual's caregiver be present when healthcare decisions are discussed with the hospice team. It would also prevent a denial of home hospice care because of age or income.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRemoves age/income barriers to home hospice care, expanding access and protecting patient rights in healthcare decisions.95% confidence
Matt LaMountain (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 28, 2026

HR 7164: JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $991,000 FOR THE TOWN OF MIDDLETOWN

Authorizes the appropriation of the sum of $991,000 for the town of Middletown to upgrade the gymnasium at the new Middletown middle high school to serve a regional emergency shelter.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates $991k for public infrastructure (school gym as emergency shelter), directly funding a government service under budgetary allocation.95% confidence
Terri Cortvriend (D) Alex Finkelman (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 28, 2026

HB 7239: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- CITY OF PROVIDENCE: TRANSFER OF PORTION OF STATE INCOME TAXES OF NEW EMPLOYEES OF NOT-FOR-PROFIT HEALTH CARE INSTITUTIONS AND EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS

Provides that a portion of state income taxes from employees working at not-for-profit healthcare institutions, health service institutions, and educational institutions be allocated to the city of Providence.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRedirects state income tax revenue from specific employees to fund Providence city services, increasing local government funding allocation through tax reallocation.95% confidence
Scott Slater (D) Nathan Biah (D) Grace Diaz (D) Anthony DeSimone (D) Rebecca Kislak (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 28, 2026

HB 7245: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- THE EDUCATION EQUITY AND PROPERTY TAX RELIEF ACT

Amends State funding calculations for special education, revising extraordinary cost calculations for FY 2028-2029, and providing additional funds for excess costs when special education students move into a district after the budget is approved.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly provides property tax relief via education funding adjustments, directly aligning with tax relief indicators for support.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill provides additional funds for special education excess costs when students move districts, directly increasing K-12 school funding and addressing equity needs.90% confidence
Susan Donovan (D) Tina Spears (D) Jennifer Boylan (D) Justine Caldwell (D) Megan Cotter (D)
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