S.2933

Allows the dismissal of a teacher after the March 1 deadline if there is gross misconduct by a teacher upon a student. This act would allow the notice to be given at any time and will not have time constraints.

Introduced·3/4/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island S2933 allows dismissal of tenured teachers for gross misconduct without a March deadline.

Rhode Island S2933 amends the state's Teachers' Tenure law to allow the dismissal of tenured teachers after the March deadline if there is gross misconduct by a teacher upon a student. Gross misconduct includes sexual or romantic relationships, physical violence, discriminatory language, or illegal activities involving students. The notice of dismissal can be given at any time without time constraints. The teacher is entitled to a hearing and appeal. The act takes effect upon passage.

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Where it stands

Current
Labor and Gaming Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Senate Committee on Labor & Gaming: Be held for further study

7 Yea

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0 Nay

2 Absent

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Calendar

May 13

12:00 AM

Senate Labor and Gaming Hearing

History

May 13

Senate

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

May 8

Senate

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/13/2026)

Mar 4

Senate

Introduced, referred to Senate Labor and Gaming