S.2556

Establishes a new educational program that allows students to enroll public and private schools of their choice.

Introduced·2/13/26
Introduced Text

Establishes the Bright Today Scholarship and Open Enrollment Education Act to provide scholarships for students in Rhode Island to attend public or.

The Bright Today Scholarship and Open Enrollment Education Act establishes a scholarship program for students in Rhode Island, allowing parents to choose their child's educational program. Scholarships are available for students in kindergarten through grade twelve (K-12) and can be used for tuition, textbooks, and other educational expenses at public or private schools. The scholarship amount varies based on the student's household income, ranging from 15% to 100% of the resident district's base funding.

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Where it stands

Current
Finance Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

0
2
RR
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Senate Committee on Finance: Be held for further study

6 Yea

DDRRDD

0 Nay

5 Absent

DDDDD

Calendar

May 19

12:00 AM

Senate Finance Hearing

History

May 19

Senate

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

May 15

Senate

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/19/2026)

Feb 13

Senate

Introduced, referred to Senate Finance