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RI H7614
RI H7614Provides that for the period up until July 1, 2027, an applicant for a teaching certificate in Rhode Island would not be required to complete a standardized teacher's examination as a prerequisite to obtaining a teaching certificate.
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Introduced
02/11/2026
02/11/2026
In Committee
02/11/2026
02/11/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This act would provide that until July 1, 2028, an applicant for a teaching certificate in Rhode Island would not be required to complete a standardized teacher's examination as a prerequisite to obtaining a teaching certificate. This act would take effect upon passage.
AI Summary
This bill temporarily suspends the requirement for individuals applying for a teaching certificate in Rhode Island to pass a standardized teacher's examination. This suspension will be in effect until July 1, 2028, meaning that for this period, applicants will not need to complete such an exam or assessment as a prerequisite for obtaining their teaching certification, though this exemption does not apply to any testing required as part of an accredited college or university teacher preparation program. The bill also clarifies that this suspension is an amendment to existing laws regarding teacher certification and will become effective immediately upon its passage.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (10)
Bill O'Brien (D)*,
Stephen Casey (D),
Jenni Azanero Furtado (D),
Joshua Giraldo (D),
Katie Kazarian (D),
Joseph McNamara (D),
Mary Messier (D),
Scott Slater (D),
Joseph Solomon (D),
Brandon Voas (D),
Last Action
Introduced, referred to House Education (on 02/11/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://status.rilegislature.gov/ |
| BillText | https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText26/HouseText26/H7614.pdf |
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