Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2126: AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- THE RHODE ISLAND WORKS PROGRAM
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Plain-language summary
SB 2126 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on January 16, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- THE RHODE ISLAND WORKS PROGRAM. Primary sponsor: Ana Quezada (Democratic), Lammis Vargas (Democratic), Jonathon Acosta (Democratic), Pam Lauria (Democratic), Sam Zurier (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic), Bridget Valverde (Democratic), Val Lawson (Democratic), Alana DiMario (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 8, 2026): 05/08/2026 Referred to House Finance.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ana Quezada | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 2 |
| Lammis Vargas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 28 |
| Jonathon Acosta | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 16 |
| Pam Lauria | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
| Sam Zurier | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 3 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Bridget Valverde | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 35 |
| Val Lawson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 14 |
| Alana DiMario | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 36 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/08/2026 Referred to House Finance
- 05/07/2026 Senate read and passed
- 05/01/2026 Placed on Senate Calendar (05/07/2026)
- 04/30/2026 Committee recommends passage
- 04/24/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/30/2026)
- 01/16/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary