S.3009

SENATE RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY SHARED SERVICES AND THE POTENTIAL FOR REGIONALIZATION OF SCHOOL DISTRICTS IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND (Creates a 9 member commission to study shared services and the potential for regionalization of school districts, and who would report back to the Senate by April 15, 2027, and whose life would expire once its report is issued.)

Introduced·3/5/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island S3009 creates a commission to study shared services and regionalization of school districts.

Rhode Island S3009 establishes a nine-member special legislative commission to study shared services and regionalization of school districts. The commission will examine existing shared services, fiscal and administrative implications, educational equity, potential cost savings, and necessary statutory changes. The commission will report its findings and recommendations to the Senate by April 15, 2027, and will expire upon submission of its report. The commission includes members from various educational and municipal organizations, ensuring diverse perspectives on the study.

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Where it stands

Current
Education Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Senate Committee on Education: Be held for further study

10 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Apr 8

12:00 AM

Senate Education Hearing

History

Apr 8

Senate

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Apr 3

Senate

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/08/2026)

Mar 5

Senate

Introduced, referred to Senate Education