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RI S2242
RI S2242Requires the department of human services to provide childcare assistance to families, including those served through DCYF, who meet the requirements of a protective services category as defined in CFR 98.20 (a)(3)(ii).
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Introduced
01/23/2026
01/23/2026
In Committee
01/23/2026
01/23/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This act would require the department of human services to provide childcare assistance to families, including those served through DCYF, who meet the requirements of a protective services category as defined in CFR 45 §98.20 (a)(3)(ii). This act would take effect upon passage.
AI Summary
This bill mandates that the Department of Human Services provide childcare assistance to families who qualify under a "protective services category," as defined by federal regulations (specifically, 45 CFR §98.20 (a)(3)(ii)), which is intended to support vulnerable children, including those already receiving services from the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF). The department is required to keep its definition of this protective services category updated to match federal requirements. This change will take effect immediately upon the bill's passage.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (10)
Alana DiMario (D)*,
Peter Appollonio (D),
Bob Britto (D),
Meghan Kallman (D),
Pam Lauria (D),
Tiara Mack (D),
Melissa Murray (D),
Ana Quezada (D),
Brian Thompson (D),
Bridget Valverde (D),
Last Action
Introduced, referred to Senate Finance (on 01/23/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://status.rilegislature.gov/ |
| BillText | https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText26/SenateText26/S2242.pdf |
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