Education (Curriculum)

in committee · Rhode Island · Senate May 22, 2026

SB 3318: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- CURRICULUM

Provides that the commissioner of elementary and secondary education would direct all local education agencies to select one of the identified high-quality curricula and materials for science and technology no later than June 30, 2027.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates selection of high-quality science and technology curricula, enhancing educational standards and student learning outcomes.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum K-12 Education

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signed · Rhode Island · House Jun 18, 2026

HB 8603: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- OPERATORS' AND CHAUFFEURS' LICENSES

HB 8603 amends Rhode Island driver education laws to exempt individuals in foster or adoptive homes from paying tuition fees for driver's education classes at the Community College of Rhode Island. This financial relief is funded by the Department of Children, Youth and Families and applies specifically to eligible youth receiving foster caregiving as defined by state regulations. The bill does not alter the existing curriculum, which includes instruction on alcohol and drug effects, distracted driving, and marijuana impairment, but rather removes the cost barrier for this specific group of students. By waiving enrollment fees, the legislation aims to ensure that foster and adoptive youth have equal access to the required thirty-three hours of classroom instruction needed to obtain a driver's license.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill removes tuition barriers for foster youth driver education, expanding access to essential training and providing financial relief.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum Higher Education

passed · Rhode Island · House May 22, 2026

HB 8362: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- CURRICULUM -- FOSTER CARE YOUTH ACADEMIC REPORTS

Expands foster care academic youth reports to include information regarding 504 eligibility, graduation progress and surrogate parents. The act would require implementation of additional strategies to improve performance and additional progress reports.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands academic reports for foster care youth, improving educational access and support for vulnerable students through enhanced progress tracking and surrogate parent involvement.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum

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died · Rhode Island · House Mar 24, 2026

HB 7892: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- CURRICULUM

Requires the development of a comprehensive collaborative course that provides students with accurate information and instruction on risks of wildfires while creating action plan to mitigate loss in case of a wildfire in all K-12 schools within the state.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates wildfire curriculum in K-12 schools, enhancing educational content on safety and preparedness per bill's explicit requirement for all K-12 schools.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum K-12 Education

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died · Rhode Island · House Jan 27, 2026

HB 7116: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- CURRICULUM

Requires the department of education to develop and make available for use in all schools a mental health curriculum. School districts would be required to provide four (4) hours of mental health instruction to seventh grade students.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates mental health curriculum for all schools, requiring 4 hours of instruction for 7th graders, directly enhancing student programs and curriculum standards in K-12 education.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates mental health curriculum for seventh graders, directly supporting mental health services as part of healthcare education95% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum Mental Health

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died · Rhode Island · Senate Mar 4, 2026

SB 2016: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- CURRICULUM

Adds "media literacy" to the standards currently taught in civic education for K-12, which are the history of Rhode Island, representative government, the rights and duties of actively engaged citizenship and the principles of democracy.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationAdds media literacy to K-12 civic curriculum standards, enhancing educational content without funding changes.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum K-12 Education

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died · Rhode Island · House Jan 27, 2026

HB 7117: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- CURRICULUM

Directs the council on elementary and secondary education to develop recommendations for a high school curriculum to prepare students for successful postsecondary education and careers in computer science.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationDirects development of high school computer science curriculum to prepare students for postsecondary education and careers, advancing educational curriculum standards.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyDirects development of computer science curriculum to prepare students for tech careers, advancing workforce readiness in technology.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Career & Technical Education Curriculum K-12 Education

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died · Rhode Island · House Feb 12, 2026

HB 7054: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- THE RHODE ISLAND PREKINDERGARTEN EDUCATION ACT

HB 7054 establishes guidelines to expand and sustain public prekindergarten programs for all Rhode Island children aged 3 and 4. It requires the state to ensure at least 70% of these children enroll in high-quality programs through a mixed delivery system including public schools, Head Start, and licensed child care. The bill mandates research-based quality standards covering teacher qualifications, class sizes, curriculum, and support for children with special needs or who are learning English. It also requires competitive wages for prekindergarten teachers (comparable to K teachers) and directs 30% of new prekindergarten funding to expand infant and toddler care programs. The law directly affects children, early educators, and child care providers across Rhode Island.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesMandates state funding for expanded preK programs through budget allocation, requiring 70% enrollment in quality public education services.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands pre-K access for all 3-4 year olds, mandates 70% enrollment in quality programs, and sets research-based standards for curriculum, teacher qualifications, and support services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum Early Childhood Teachers

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