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RI H7731
Bill
Status
2/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Earl Read
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AI Summary
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School safety assessments changed from every 3 years to annually, with completion deadline moved from November to September 1 each year
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Rhode Island School Safety Committee expanded from 12 to 13 members by adding a representative from the Rhode Island School Resource Officer Association
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Creates new 8-member Rhode Island School Emergency Response Committee to develop a 5-year security plan including secured access points, bullet-resistant materials, surveillance systems, breach-resistant doors, and mandatory armed police coverage for K-12 schools
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Requires each city and town police department to establish a rapid response/SWAT team with minimum 6 officers, conducting emergency response drills at least 3 times per year
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Appropriates $500,000 annually for armed police coverage at schools and an additional $500,000 annually for rapid response/SWAT team weapons, equipment, and training
Legislative Description
Strengthens school security measures, including the establishment of a RI school emergency response committee to develop additional recommendations for school security measures and requiring an annual school safety assessment by all school districts.
Education
Last Action
Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/17/2026)
3/13/2026