RI S2213 | 2026 | Regular Session

Status

Sponsorship: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1)
Status: Introduced on January 23 2026 - 25% progression, died in committee
Action: 2026-03-11 - Committee recommended measure be held for further study
Pending: Senate Education Committee
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [PDF]

Summary

EDUCATION -- HEALTH AND SAFETY OF PUPILS - Mandates the use of a soft-shell helmet cover that adds a padded, soft-shell layer to the outside of a traditional football helmet, for students participating in Rhode Island interscholastic league football.

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Title

Mandates the use of a soft-shell helmet cover that adds a padded, soft-shell layer to the outside of a traditional football helmet, for students participating in Rhode Island interscholastic league football.

Sponsors


Roll Calls

2026-03-11 - Senate - Senate Committee on Education: Be held for further study (Y: 7 N: 0 NV: 0 Abs: 3) [PASS]

History

DateChamberAction
2026-03-11SenateCommittee recommended measure be held for further study
2026-03-06SenateScheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/11/2026)
2026-01-23SenateIntroduced, referred to Senate Education

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