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RI S2756
Bill
Status
2/27/2026
Primary Sponsor
Walter Felag
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AI Summary
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Defines "military-connected student" as a dependent of a person in active U.S. military service or full-time Rhode Island National Guard status
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Allows military-connected students to enroll remotely without charge when a parent is being relocated to Rhode Island under military orders, without requiring physical appearance at the school district
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Permits use of temporary on-base billeting, purchased/leased housing, or off-base military housing addresses for enrollment purposes
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Requires proof of residency within 10 days of the student's attendance rather than at the time of remote registration
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Takes effect upon passage
Legislative Description
Defines "military-connected student" and permits military-connected students to enroll by remote registration upon presentation of military orders confirming the parent or guardian be stationed in this state during the current or following school year.
Military Affairs And Defense
Last Action
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
3/11/2026