Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 1159: AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- THE RHODE ISLAND WORKS PROGRAM
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- Introduced
- In committee
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- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 1159 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on June 19, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- THE RHODE ISLAND WORKS PROGRAM. Primary sponsor: Lammis Vargas (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 20, 2025): 06/20/2025 Senate read and passed.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Increases rates paid for licensed childcare centers to meet the federal equal access benchmark, implement a new differential bonus rate for infants under age 18 months and adopt fair payment practices consistent with the federal rules.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lammis Vargas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 28 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 06/20/2025 Senate read and passed
- 06/20/2025 Placed on Senate Calendar (06/20/2025)
- 06/19/2025 Placed on Senate Calendar (06/20/2025)