Education

signed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 22, 2026

SR 3368: JOINT RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL JOINT LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY RHODE ISLAND'S EDUCATION FUNDING FORMULA AND EDUCATION FINANCE SYSTEM

Creates a special joint legislative commission to make a comprehensive study of Rhode Island's education funding formula and education finance system.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill creates a commission to study and improve the education funding formula, indicating intent to strengthen the education finance system.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Education

signed · Rhode Island · House Jun 18, 2026

HB 7415: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- ESTABLISHMENT OF CHARTER PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Bars the council from granting approval to create or expand a charter school beginning operations in 26-27 school year and bars the state from approving or appropriating funds to a new charter school not approved before July 1, 2025.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBars state from appropriating funds to new charter schools, restricting budget allocation for expansion per bill's explicit language on funding restrictions.90% confidence ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill explicitly restricts new charter school approvals and defunds expansion, limiting educational options and access per charter school provisions.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Education