H8164

Enhances and further defines the role of the board of trustees of the University of Rhode Island. This act would also provide a more efficient procurement process for the university.

Introduced·2/27/26
Introduced Text

Enhances the University of Rhode Island's board of trustees role and streamlines procurement.

This bill enhances and defines the role of the University of Rhode Island's board of trustees, empowering it to contract independently for most purchases, except those funded by state bonds. It also establishes a more efficient procurement process for the university, exempting it from certain state purchasing regulations. The board is tasked with adopting rules and regulations for procurement, ensuring compliance with bond provisions, and overseeing the university's financial management.

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Where it stands

Current
Finance Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Apr 30

12:00 AM

House Finance Hearing

History

Apr 30

House

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Apr 24

House

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/30/2026)

Feb 27

House

Introduced, referred to House Finance