Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 3024: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 3024 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on March 5, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES. Primary sponsor: Val Lawson (Democratic), Lou DiPalma (Democratic), Frank Ciccone (Democratic), Matt LaMountain (Democratic), Alana DiMario (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic), Jake Bissaillon (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 12, 2026): 03/12/2026 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.
Increases the number of state childcare licensing inspectors to meet the national recommended average of one inspector for every fifty (50) to sixty (60) childcare providers.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 7
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Val Lawson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 14 |
| Lou DiPalma | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 12 |
| Frank Ciccone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 7 |
| Matt LaMountain | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 31 |
| Alana DiMario | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 36 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Jake Bissaillon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 1 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/12/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/06/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/12/2026)
- 03/05/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Health and Human Services