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RI H8158

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/27/2026

Primary Sponsor

Stephen Casey

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires the Rhode Island Department of Elementary and Secondary Education to review the 40% student success factor used in the education funding formula to determine if it provides adequate funding for high-need students

  • Department must complete its review and report findings to the governor, senate president, and speaker of the house by October 1, 2026

  • The student success factor applies additional funding (40% of core per-pupil amount) for students whose family income is at or below 185% of federal poverty guidelines

  • Act takes effect immediately upon passage

Legislative Description

Requires a review by the department of elementary and secondary education of the formula components used to compute the aid needed to support high need students.

Education

Last Action

Introduced, referred to House Finance

2/27/2026

Committee Referrals

Finance2/27/2026

Full Bill Text

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