Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 5197: AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- THE RHODE ISLAND WORKS PROGRAM
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 5197 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 24, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- THE RHODE ISLAND WORKS PROGRAM. Primary sponsor: Joseph McNamara (Democratic), Susan Donovan (Democratic), Casimiro, Jay Edwards (Democratic), Scott Slater (Democratic), Cherie Cruz (Democratic), Robert Craven (Democratic), Justine Caldwell (Democratic), Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (Democratic), Grace Diaz (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 22, 2025): 05/22/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Removes the requirement that families consent to, and cooperate with the department of human services in establishing paternity and enforcing child and medical support orders as a condition of eligibility for child care assistance.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joseph McNamara | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 19 |
| Susan Donovan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 69 |
| Casimiro | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Jay Edwards | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 70 |
| Scott Slater | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 10 |
| Cherie Cruz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 58 |
| Robert Craven | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 32 |
| Justine Caldwell | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 30 |
| Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 46 |
| Grace Diaz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 11 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/22/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/16/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/22/2025)
- 01/24/2025 Introduced, referred to House Finance