S2016Introduced in the Senate
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.
Introduced by Dawn Euer, District 13
What does this bill do?
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Official description
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.
Where it stands
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
March 4, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
SenateStage: Senate Committee on Education: Be held for further study · March 4, 2026
9
Yes
0
No
2
Absent or Not Voting
11 senators recorded in this Senate vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
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See how each senator voted
| Senator | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Jacob Bissaillon | 1 | Absent |
| Samuel Zurier | 3 | Yes |
| Tiara Mack | 6 | Yes |
| Louis Dipalma | 12 | Yes |
| Valarie Lawson | 14 | Yes |
| Thomas Paolino | 17 | Absent |
| Gordon Rogers | 21 | Yes |
| Melissa Murray | 24 | Yes |
| Hanna Gallo | 27 | Yes |
| Mark McKenney | 30 | Yes |
Bill history
Introduced, referred to Senate Education
Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/04/2026)
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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