Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7462: AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- CHILD CARE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM COPAYMENTS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7462 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 30, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- CHILD CARE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM COPAYMENTS. Primary sponsor: Casimiro, Teresa Tanzi (Democratic), Scott Slater (Democratic), Joshua Giraldo (Democratic), Cherie Cruz (Democratic), Susan Donovan (Democratic), Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (Democratic), Katie Kazarian (Democratic), Grace Diaz (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 14, 2026): 05/14/2026 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.
Codifies child care copayments in law, expand zero copays to families under 125% FPL, lower costs for working families, and cap most copayments at 6% while preserving a 7% statutory maximum.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 8
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casimiro | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Teresa Tanzi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 34 |
| Scott Slater | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 10 |
| Joshua Giraldo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 56 |
| Cherie Cruz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 58 |
| Susan Donovan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 69 |
| Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 46 |
| Katie Kazarian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 63 |
| 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
- 05/14/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/08/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/14/2026)
- 01/30/2026 Introduced, referred to House Finance