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RI S2524
Bill
Status
2/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Brian Thompson
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AI Summary
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Teachers may remove students from classrooms for chronic disruptive behavior (3 or more documented incidents per term) or for posing an immediate physical safety threat, but not for minor infractions like tardiness
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Removed students must receive a return-to-classroom plan developed by the principal with teacher consultation before returning; if the teacher objects, a three-person review committee determines placement
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Principals must review removal incidents within one school day and notify parents within 24 hours; removed students continue receiving educational services in alternative settings
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School districts must adopt compliant policies by October 1, 2026, and report removal data annually to RIDE, disaggregated by race, gender, grade level, and disability status
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Teachers acting in good faith are protected from disciplinary action or retaliation, and students with disabilities retain all IDEA and Section 504 protections
Legislative Description
Establishes provisions for student and teacher classroom safety and provides the authority to remove students from classrooms. This act provides for student and educator protections from said removals.
Education
Last Action
Introduced, referred to Senate Education
2/13/2026