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RI H7453

RI H7453
JOINT RESOLUTION TO APPROVE, PUBLISH AND SUBMIT TO THE ELECTORS A PROPOSITION OF AMENDMENT TO THE CONSTITUTION -- RIGHT TO AN ADEQUATE EDUCATION (Amends the constitution to guarantee Rhode Island residents with equal opportunity to receive an education that is adequate, equitable and meaningful and provides judicial enforcement of this provision.)

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Introduced
01/30/2026
In Committee
01/30/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Joint Resolution To Approve, Publish And Submit To The Electors A Proposition Of Amendment To The Constitution -- Right To An Adequate Education (amends The Constitution To Guarantee Rhode Island Residents With Equal Opportunity To Receive An Education That Is Adequate, Equitable And Meaningful And Provides Judicial Enforcement Of This Provision.)

AI Summary

This joint resolution proposes an amendment to the Rhode Island Constitution to establish a fundamental right to a public education, ensuring that every child receives an education that is adequate, equitable, and meaningful, and that this right is judicially enforceable, meaning individuals or groups harmed by non-compliance can sue in court to uphold these educational standards. This amendment will replace existing sections of Article XII of the Constitution, take effect on January 1, 2027, and will be submitted to voters for approval at the next statewide general election, with the Secretary of State responsible for its publication and proper notification to the public.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (10)

Last Action

Introduced, referred to House State Government & Elections (on 01/30/2026)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://status.rilegislature.gov/
BillText https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText26/HouseText26/H7453.pdf
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