S.2934

Allows a different minimum salary schedule for Providence public school teachers and provides a process for the dismissal and demotion of teachers. The reconstitution and control of the Providence public schools would terminate on June 30, 2026.

Introduced·3/4/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island S2934 allows a different minimum salary schedule for Providence public school teachers and establishes a process for their dismissal and.

Rhode Island S2934 allows a different minimum salary schedule for Providence public school teachers, including bonuses for those taking on greater responsibilities. The bill also amends the teachers' tenure act for Providence public school teachers, providing a process for their dismissal and demotion. The Providence public school district can negotiate alternative salary schedules that include bonuses for teachers willing to take on greater responsibilities. The reconstitution and control of the Providence public schools will terminate on June 30, 2026.

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Where it stands

Current
Education Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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1
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Senate Committee on Education: Be held for further study

9 Yea

DDDDDDDRD

0 Nay

Calendar

May 20

12:00 AM

Senate Education Hearing

History

May 20

Senate

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

May 15

Senate

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/20/2026)

Mar 4

Senate

Introduced, referred to Senate Education