Rhode Island 2023 Regular Session

Rhode Island House Bill H6422

Introduced

5/19/23

Refer

5/19/23

Report Pass

6/7/23

Passed

6/12/23

Caption

House Resolution Creating A Legislative Study Commission To Evaluate And Provide Recommendations On Mandated Safety Protocols For Rhode Island Schools (creates A 21 Member Commission To Evaluate And Provide Recommendations On Mandated Safety Protocols For Ri Schools, And Who Would Report Back To The House By February 28, 2024, And Expire On April 30, 2024.)

Impact

The bill's passage reflects growing concerns about safety in schools, particularly in light of recent national events involving gun violence and swatting incidents. The commission aims to analyze existing protocols under Rhode Island General Law 16-21-4, focusing on aspects such as the frequency of lockdown drills, the emotional impact of these drills on students, and the implementation of trauma-informed approaches. By examining these critical areas, the commission hopes to improve the safety and psychological well-being of students during potentially traumatic events.

Summary

House Bill 6422 creates a legislative study commission specifically aimed at evaluating and recommending mandated safety protocols for schools in Rhode Island. This commission will consist of 20 members, including educators, school administrators, mental health professionals, and students, who will work together to assess the current safety practices within schools and determine if changes are necessary. The commission is required to report its findings by February 28, 2024, and is set to expire on April 30, 2024, ensuring a clear timeline for review and action.

Contention

Potential points of contention surrounding H6422 may arise during discussions regarding the appropriateness and effectiveness of lockdown drills and other safety protocols. Some advocates may argue for the necessity of simulating realistic drills to prepare students adequately, while others may raise concerns about the emotional toll such exercises might take, particularly on younger students or those with previous trauma. The composition of the commission, which includes various stakeholders, indicates a commitment to addressing differing perspectives and finding balanced recommendations.

Latest H6422 Activity

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

RI H6342

House Resolution Creating A Legislative Study Commission To Evaluate And Provide Recommendations On Proper Forest Management For Fire Prevention (creates A 12 Member Commission To Evaluate And Provide Recommendations On Proper Forest Management For Fire Prevention, And Who Would Report Back To The House By February 28, 2024, And Expire On April 30, 2024.)

RI H6401

House Resolution Creating A Special Legislative Commission To Study And Provide Recommendations And Comments For Healthcare Liability Reform (creates A 15 Member Legislative Commission To Study And Provide Recommendations And Annotations For Healthcare Liability Reform In Rhode Island, And Report Back To The House By January 15, 2024, And Expire On April 15, 2024.)

RI H5424

House Resolution Creating A Special Legislative Commission To Study And Provide Recommendations For The Development And Implementation Of An Anti-littering Education Program For Rhode Island Public Elementary School Students (creates A 9 Member Commission To Study And Make Recommendations For The Development And Implementation Of An Anti-littering Program For Students, Who Would Report Back By February 2, 2024, And Expire On April 2, 2024.)

RI H8296

Joint Resolution Creating A Special Legislative Commission To Study And Make Recommendations Regarding Rhode Island’s Old Growth Forests (creates An 11 Member Commission Whose Purpose Would Be To Study And Make Recommendations Regarding Ri's Old Growth Forests, And Who Would Report Back To The House And Senate By August 18, 2023, And Would Expire On December 31, 2023.)

RI S3002

Joint Resolution Creating A Special Legislative Commission To Study And Make Recommendations Regarding Rhode Island's Old Growth Forests (creates An 11 Member Commission Whose Purpose Would Be To Study And Make Recommendations Regarding Ri's Old Growth Forests, And Who Would Report Back To The House And Senate By August 18, 2023, And Would Expire On December 31, 2023.)

RI S0831

JOINT RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY AND PROVIDE RECOMMENDATIONS TO SAFEGUARD RHODE ISLAND AGAINST THE USE OF NUCLEAR WEAPONS (Creates an 11-member commission to study and provide recommendations to safeguard Rhode Island against use of nuclear weapons, and who would report back no later than August 6, 2026, and whose life would expire on November 6, 2026.)

RI H7093

HOUSE RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY AND PROVIDE RECOMMENDATIONS AND COMMENTS FOR HEALTHCARE LIABILITY REFORM (This resolution creates a 15 member special legislative commission to study and provide recommendations and comments for healthcare liability reform, and who would report back to the House by January 1, 2025, and expire on February 1, 2025.)

RI H8376

House Resolution Creating A Special Legislative Commission To Study And Provide Recommendations On The Issue Of Pfas In Firefighter Gear (creates A 9 Member Commission To Study And Provide Recommendations On The Issue Of Pfas In Firefighter Gear, And Who Would Report Back By January 1, 2024, And Expire On March 1, 2024.)

RI H5224

House Resolution Creating A Special Legislative Commission To Study And Provide Recommendations Pertaining To Services And Coordination Of State Programs Relating To Older Adult Rhode Islanders (creates A 16 Member Commission To Study And Provide Recommendations For Services And The Coordination Of State Programs For Older Adult Rhode Islanders, And Report Back By May 7, 2024, And Expire On August, 2024.)

RI H6606

House Resolution Creating A Special Legislative Commission To Study And Make Recommendations For A Plan And The Design Of A Vietnam Memorial To Be Located In The City Of Providence, Rhode Island (same As 21h-6285-creates A 9 Member Commission To Study And Make Recommendations For A Plan And Design Of A Vietnam Memorial To Be Located In The City Of Providence, And Who Would Report Back To The House By January 31, 2023, And Expire On April 30, 2023.)

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