Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2242: AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- THE RHODE ISLAND WORKS PROGRAM
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2242 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on January 23, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- THE RHODE ISLAND WORKS PROGRAM. Primary sponsor: Bridget Valverde (Democratic), Pete Appollonio (Democratic), Tiara Mack (Democratic), Bob Britto (Democratic), Pam Lauria (Democratic), Meghan Kallman (Democratic), Ana Quezada (Democratic), Brian Thompson (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic), Alana DiMario (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 23, 2026): 01/23/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Finance.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Requires the department of human services to provide childcare assistance to families, including those served through DCYF, who meet the requirements of a protective services category as defined in CFR 98.20 (a)(3)(ii).
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridget Valverde | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 35 |
| Pete Appollonio | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 29 |
| Tiara Mack | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 6 |
| Bob Britto | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 18 |
| Pam Lauria | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
| Meghan Kallman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 15 |
| Ana Quezada | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 2 |
| Brian Thompson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| 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
- 01/23/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Finance