Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 8176: AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- THE RHODE ISLAND WORKS PROGRAM

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

Plain-language summary

HB 8176 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- THE RHODE ISLAND WORKS PROGRAM. Primary sponsor: Brandon Potter (Democratic), Jennifer Stewart (Democratic), Cherie Cruz (Democratic), Mary Messier (Democratic), Karen Alzate (Democratic), Jenni Furtado (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 14, 2026): 05/14/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Brandon Potter (Democratic); Jennifer Stewart (Democratic); Cherie Cruz (Democratic); Mary Messier (Democratic); and 2 more.