Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 8114: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN, YOUTH AND FAMILIES
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 8114 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN, YOUTH AND FAMILIES. Primary sponsor: Dick Fascia (Republican), David Place (Republican), Michelle McGaw (Democratic), Megan Cotter (Democratic), Stephen Casey (Democratic), Casimiro, Marie Hopkins (Republican). Most recent recorded action (April 16, 2026): 04/16/2026 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.
Requires the DCYF director to disclose to the school nurse where a child is enrolled, when that child has been placed in foster care.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 3 · Republican 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dick Fascia | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 42 |
| David Place | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 47 |
| Michelle McGaw | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 71 |
| Megan Cotter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 39 |
| Stephen Casey | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 50 |
| Casimiro | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Marie Hopkins | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 21 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/16/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/10/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/16/2026)
- 02/27/2026 Introduced, referred to House Judiciary