Rhode Island bills · 2026 Regular Session
Rhode Island HB 7897
AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- HEALTH AND SAFETY OF PUPILS
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became law
Sponsors
Summary
Official abstract published by the Rhode Island legislature· summary
Requires all schools and educational institutions to develop and implement a school safety plan that would provide for immediate access to school facilities by first responders in an emergency.
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Roll-call votes
No recorded votes on this bill.
Actions
- Mar 17, 2026 · Legislature
03/17/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study - Mar 13, 2026 · Legislature
03/13/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/17/2026) - Feb 27, 2026 · House
02/27/2026 Introduced, referred to House Education