Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2828: AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- THE RHODE ISLAND WORKS PROGRAM
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Plain-language summary
SB 2828 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on March 4, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- THE RHODE ISLAND WORKS PROGRAM. Primary sponsor: Walter Felag (Democratic), Ryan Pearson (Democratic), Sam Bell (Democratic), Matt LaMountain (Democratic), Brian Thompson (Democratic), Lou DiPalma (Democratic), Victoria Gu (Democratic), Jake Bissaillon (Democratic), Jonathon Acosta (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 11, 2026): 06/11/2026 Senate passed Sub A as amended (floor amendment).
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Amends the Rhode Island works program to increases the monthly cash benefit to one hundred percent (100%) of the federal poverty level effective July 1, 2026.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walter Felag | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 10 |
| Ryan Pearson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 19 |
| Sam Bell | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 5 |
| Matt LaMountain | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 31 |
| Brian Thompson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
| Lou DiPalma | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 12 |
| Victoria Gu | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 38 |
| Jake Bissaillon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 1 |
| Jonathon Acosta | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 16 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 06/11/2026 Senate passed Sub A as amended (floor amendment)
- 06/10/2026 Placed on Senate Calendar (06/11/2026)
- 06/10/2026 Committee recommends passage of Sub A
- 06/09/2026 Proposed Substitute
- 06/08/2026 Scheduled for consideration (06/10/2026)
- 05/05/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/01/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/05/2026)
- 03/04/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Finance