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RI H8114
RI H8114Requires the DCYF director to disclose to the school nurse where a child is enrolled, when that child has been placed in foster care.
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Introduced
02/27/2026
02/27/2026
In Committee
02/27/2026
02/27/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This act would require the DCYF director to disclose to the school nurse where a child is enrolled, when that child has been placed in foster care. This act would take effect upon passage.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Director of the Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) to inform the school nurse of a child's enrollment when that child has been placed in foster care, amending existing law regarding the confidentiality of DCYF records to allow for this specific disclosure. The DCYF is a state agency responsible for child welfare services, and foster care is a system where a child is placed with a temporary caregiver when their biological parents are unable to care for them. This provision aims to ensure that school nurses are aware of a child's foster care status, which can be important for providing appropriate support and care within the school environment. The bill also states that it will become effective immediately upon its passage.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (7)
Marie Hopkins (R)*,
Stephen Casey (D),
Julie Casimiro (D),
Megan Cotter (D),
Richard Fascia (R),
Michelle McGaw (D),
David Place (R),
Last Action
Introduced, referred to House Judiciary (on 02/27/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://status.rilegislature.gov/ |
| BillText | https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText26/HouseText26/H8114.pdf |
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