Bill > S0584

This bill establishes a new $50 annual fee for food service establishments that will be collected by the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) and transferred to the Department of Labor and Training (DLT) to create a restricted receipt account specifically for hospitality industry workforce training grants. These grants will support certified food and alcohol safety training programs, which will be offered in multiple languages. The bill modifies existing state laws to create this new funding mechanism, specifically amending sections related to food business registration and state fund management. By creating this dedicated funding stream, the bill aims to support workforce development in the hospitality sector by providing resources for training and skill enhancement. The new fee will be charged annually starting January 1, 2026, and the funds will be exempt from standard indirect cost recovery provisions, ensuring that the full amount goes directly to training programs. This initiative seeks to address workforce training needs in the hospitality industry by providing a sustainable funding source for education and certification programs.

Labor and Employment

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