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RI H7904

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/27/2026

Primary Sponsor

Rebecca Kislak

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Increases the maximum employment contract term for school superintendents from 3 years to 5 years
  • Amends Rhode Island General Laws Section 16-2-9 governing school committee powers and duties
  • School committees retain authority to negotiate compensation and other terms with superintendents within the new 5-year limit
  • Existing superintendent contracts in force as of May 12, 1978 remain protected from invalidation
  • Takes effect immediately upon passage

Legislative Description

Changes the maximum term of employment for a superintendent from three (3) to five (5) years.

Education

Last Action

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/17/2026)

3/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Education2/27/2026

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