H7615

Permits local communities to adopt an all-charter public school model for public education upon an affirmative vote of the local municipality’s council and school committee, and an affirmative vote at a special or general election.

Introduced·2/11/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island H7615 allows local communities to adopt an all-charter public school model with local council, school committee, and voter approval.

Rhode Island H7615 permits cities and towns to adopt an all-charter public school model for public education. This requires approval from the local municipality’s council and school committee, followed by a referendum at a special or general election. If approved by voters, the municipality can implement the model, which may include establishing new charter schools, converting traditional schools to charters, or a combination. The bill takes effect upon passage.

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Where it stands

Current
Education Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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1
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Mar 10

12:00 AM

House Education Hearing

History

Mar 10

House

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Mar 6

House

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/10/2026)

Feb 11

House

Introduced, referred to House Education