H7460

Provides local agencies with a mechanism to opt-out of statewide transportation upon a showing of a cost-effective alternative to the current fee-for-service model.

Introduced·1/30/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island H7460 allows local agencies to opt-out of statewide transportation if they can show a cost-effective alternative.

Rhode Island H7460 amends the statewide transportation system for school pupils, allowing local educational agencies and municipalities to opt-out if they can demonstrate a cost-effective alternative to the current fee-for-service model. If approved by the state education commissioner, these local agencies will not face penalties in state aid appropriations for contracting transportation services. The bill aims to reduce costs and improve efficiency in school transportation services.

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Where it stands

Current
Finance Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

DDI
3
7
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

May 7

12:00 AM

House Finance Hearing

History

May 7

House

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

May 1

House

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/07/2026)

Apr 24

House

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration