H7731Introduced in the House
Strengthens school security measures, including the establishment of a RI school emergency response committee to develop additional recommendations for school security measures and requiring an annual school safety assessment by all school districts.
Introduced by Earl Read, District 26
What does this bill do?
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Official description
EDUCATION -- HEALTH AND SAFETY OF PUPILS - Strengthens school security measures, including the establishment of a RI school emergency response committee to develop additional recommendations for school security measures and requiring an annual school safety assessment by all school districts.
Where it stands
Signed by Governor
June 19, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
HouseStage: Passage · June 9, 2026
69
Yes
0
No
6
Absent or Not Voting
75 representatives recorded in this House vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
See how each representative voted
| Representative | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Edith Ajello | 1 | Yes |
| Christopher Blazejewski | 2 | Yes |
| Nathan Biah | 3 | Yes |
| Rebecca Kislak | 4 | Yes |
| Anthony DeSimone | 5 | Yes |
| Raymond Hull | 6 | Yes |
| David Morales | 7 | Not Voting |
| John Lombardi | 8 | Yes |
| Enrique Sanchez | 9 | Yes |
| Scott Slater | 10 | Yes |
Bill history
Introduced, referred to House Education
Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/17/2026)
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
Scheduled for consideration (06/08/2026)
Proposed Substitute
Committee recommends passage of Sub A
Placed on House Calendar (06/09/2026)
House passed Sub A
Placed on the Senate Consent Calendar (06/10/2026)
Senate passed Sub A in concurrence
Transmitted to Governor
Signed by Governor
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