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RI H7729
Bill
Status
2/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Rebecca Kislak
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AI Summary
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Prohibits students from being placed in designated seclusion rooms by school personnel, law enforcement officers, or security guards in public pre-k, elementary, and secondary schools
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Excludes physical escorts, physical prompts for adaptive devices, mechanical supports, physical restraints, and time-outs from the definition of unlawful seclusion
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Requires the Commissioner of Elementary and Secondary Education to investigate complaints alleging violations and promulgate rules and regulations for such investigations
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Mandates the Department of Education to publish complaint forms, notice requirements, and submission instructions on its website
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Takes effect immediately upon passage
Legislative Description
Creates a prohibition on the unlawful use of seclusion rooms within any public pre-k program, elementary or secondary school in the state.
Education
Last Action
Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/17/2026)
3/13/2026