Rhode Island 2023 Regular Session

Rhode Island House Bill H6223

Introduced
3/29/23  

Caption

House Resolution Respectfully Requesting The Rhode Island Department Of Elementary And Secondary Education To Annually Prepare A Written Report Or Annually Include And Update Information On The Ride Website Regarding School Funding For Each School District

Impact

If enacted, the bill would require the Rhode Island Department of Education to include comprehensive data on its website and submit reports to the General Assembly. The information would cover various facets of school funding, such as state contributions by category, calculations for aid distributions, and explanations for changes in funding levels for each district. This measure is anticipated to foster greater public engagement and accountability regarding educational finances at the district level.

Summary

House Bill H6223 is a resolution requesting the Rhode Island Department of Elementary and Secondary Education to prepare an annual written report regarding school funding for each school district. The bill aims to enhance transparency and accessibility of information related to educational funding by providing detailed insights into state allocations, funding formulas, and any fluctuations in financial aid. This initiative is intended to ensure that stakeholders, including the public and school districts, have a clear understanding of how funds are distributed and utilized within the state's educational system.

Contention

While the resolution seeks to bolster reporting on school district funding, it could face challenges or criticisms related to the feasibility of compiling such detailed data annually and the potential burden on the Department of Education's resources. Proponents argue that such transparency is crucial for improving educational outcomes and ensuring equitable funding across the state, while critics may voice concerns regarding the practicality and costs associated with implementing these reporting requirements.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

RI H8302

RESPECTFULLY REQUESTING THE RHODE ISLAND COMMISSIONER OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION PREPARE A REPORT ON THE SCHOOL MEAL DEBT POLICY FOR ALL RHODE ISLAND SCHOOL DISTRICTS AND CHARTER SCHOOLS

RI H5170

House Resolution Strongly Urging The Providence Public School District And The Rhode Island Department Of Education To Reverse The Decision To Close The Alan Shawn Feinstein Elementary School, The Carl G. Lauro Elementary School, And The Gilbert Stuart Middle School

RI H5527

House Resolution Respectfully Requesting The Department Of Administration To Conduct A Study On The Technical And Economic Outcomes Of Decarbonizing Rhode Island By 2030

RI H6164

House Resolution Respectfully Requesting Information And Guidance From The Rhode Island Department Of Human Services (dhs) In Conjunction With The Rhode Island Department Of Corrections (doc) On Current And Potential Services And Programs For Transitioning Females In The Criminal Justice System Through Pre- And Post-release

RI S2439

Department Of Elementary And Secondary Education

RI S2294

SENATE RESOLUTION RESPECTFULLY REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION TO CONDUCT A STUDY ON THE TECHNICAL AND ECONOMIC OUTCOMES OF DECARBONIZING RHODE ISLAND BY 2030

RI S0205

Senate Resolution Respectfully Requesting The Department Of Administration To Conduct A Study On The Technical And Economic Outcomes Of Decarbonizing Rhode Island By 2030

RI H7437

House Resolution Respectfully Requesting The Rhode Island Resource And Recovery Corporation (rirrc) To Conduct A Recycling/waste Audit On The Rhode Island State House And Provide Recommendations For A Waste Reduction Strategy

RI H6504

House Resolution Congratulating Aimee Couto On Being Named The 2024 "rhode Island Teacher Of The Year" By The Rhode Island Department Of Education

RI H5162

Incorporates the department of elementary and secondary education's SurveyWorks school climate indicators for evaluating the performance of LEAs and individual public schools.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.