Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Resolution
HR 7706: JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $500,000 TO THE UNITED WAY OF RHODE ISLAND FOR THE 2-1-1 HUMAN SERVICES HOTLINE
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HR 7706 is a resolution introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 11, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $500,000 TO THE UNITED WAY OF RHODE ISLAND FOR THE 2-1-1 HUMAN SERVICES HOTLINE. Primary sponsor: Kathleen Fogarty (Democratic), Deb Fellela (Democratic), Grace Diaz (Democratic), Casimiro, Katie Kazarian (Democratic), Brandon Voas (Democratic), Brandon Potter (Democratic), Enrique Sanchez (Democratic), Raymond Hull (Democratic), Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (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.
Authorizes the appropriation of the sum of $500,000 to the United Way of Rhode Island to provide operational support for the 2-1-1 system.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kathleen Fogarty | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 35 |
| Deb Fellela | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 43 |
| Grace Diaz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 11 |
| Casimiro | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Katie Kazarian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 63 |
| Brandon Voas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 57 |
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Enrique Sanchez | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 9 |
| Raymond Hull | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 6 |
| Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 46 |
“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)
- 02/11/2026 Introduced, referred to House Finance