Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 7393: AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- RHODE ISLAND CHILDCARE IS ESSENTIAL ACT

In committee Last action May 14, 2026: 05/14/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Plain-language summary

HB 7393 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 28, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- RHODE ISLAND CHILDCARE IS ESSENTIAL ACT. Primary sponsor: Jay Edwards (Democratic), Cherie Cruz (Democratic), Casimiro, Rebecca Kislak (Democratic), Joshua Giraldo (Democratic), Teresa Tanzi (Democratic), Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (Democratic), Scott Slater (Democratic), Grace Diaz (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 14, 2026): 05/14/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Jay Edwards (Democratic); Cherie Cruz (Democratic); Casimiro; Rebecca Kislak (Democratic); and 5 more.