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RI S2093
Bill
Status
1/16/2026
Primary Sponsor
Victoria Gu
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AI Summary
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Expands Rhode Island Promise Scholarship eligibility to include students pursuing accredited certificates at the Community College of Rhode Island, in addition to those seeking associate's degrees
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Allows students who enrolled at another postsecondary institution for only one semester after high school to transfer to CCRI and still qualify for the scholarship
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Permits students to defer initial enrollment at CCRI for one semester with an approved written request and reason while maintaining scholarship eligibility
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Students with disabilities may receive accommodations including part-time enrollment, high school completion by age 21, and extended time beyond two years to complete certificates or degrees
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Takes effect upon passage
Legislative Description
Makes students in workforce-ready certificate programs at the community college of Rhode Island eligible to receive the Rhode Island Promise Scholarship.
Education
Last Action
Introduced, referred to Senate Finance
1/16/2026