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9 billsS3048SPORTS, RACING, AND ATHLETICS -- DOG RACING IN BURRILLVILLE, LINCOLN, AND WEST GREENWICHUncategorizedStarting January 1, 2027, this bill bans all betting on dog races in Rhode Island, including races held out-of-state.SenateCommittee recommended measure be held for further studyMar 5, 2026H8217SPORTS, RACING, AND ATHLETICS -- DOG RACING IN BURRILLVILLE, LINCOLN, AND WEST GREENWICHUncategorizedEffective January 1, 2027, this bill bans all wagering on greyhound or dog races within Rhode Island.HouseCommittee recommended measure be held for further studyFeb 27, 2026S2741EDUCATION -- TEACHERS' RETIREMENTUncategorizedRetired RI state workers can return to work without losing pensions if they live in-state and earn under $55,000 total.SenateCommittee recommended measure be held for further studyFeb 27, 2026H8170EDUCATION -- TEACHERS' RETIREMENTUncategorizedExtends the deadline allowing retired teachers to work up to 180 days per year to address staffing shortages until 2027.HouseCommittee recommended measure be held for further studyFeb 27, 2026H7728EDUCATION -- CERTIFICATION OF TEACHERSUncategorizedAllows teachers to receive one-year emergency certificates without taking exams, renewable for up to five years total.HouseCommittee recommended measure be held for further studyFeb 12, 2026H7614EDUCATION -- CERTIFICATION OF TEACHERSUncategorizedThis bill pauses the requirement for new teachers to pass standardized tests for state certification until July 2028.HouseCommittee recommended measure be held for further studyFeb 11, 2026H7419EDUCATION -- CERTIFICATION OF TEACHERSUncategorizedThis bill extends current teacher licenses for free, waives testing fees for new teachers, and creates flexible ways to become certified.HouseCommittee recommended measure be held for further studyJan 30, 2026S2212AEDUCATION -- CERTIFICATION OF TEACHERSUncategorizedThis bill waives teacher certification fees, extends current certifications automatically, and creates flexible alternative pathways for educator licensing.SenateReferred to House EducationJan 23, 2026H7161EDUCATION -- TEACHERS' RETIREMENTUncategorizedLowers pension COLA funding thresholds, grants a 2026 COLA, increases spousal benefits, and raises pension tax exemptions.HouseWithdrawn at sponsor's requestJan 16, 2026