Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 62: AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- THE RHODE ISLAND WORKS PROGRAM
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Plain-language summary
SB 62 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on January 23, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- THE RHODE ISLAND WORKS PROGRAM. Primary sponsor: Brian Thompson (Democratic), John Burke (Democratic), Meghan Kallman (Democratic), Pam Lauria (Democratic), Lou DiPalma (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic), Bridget Valverde (Democratic), Jonathon Acosta (Democratic), Sam Zurier (Democratic), Alana DiMario (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 21, 2025): 03/21/2025 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 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Thompson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
| John Burke | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Meghan Kallman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 15 |
| Pam Lauria | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
| Lou DiPalma | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 12 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Bridget Valverde | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 35 |
| Jonathon Acosta | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 16 |
| Sam Zurier | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 3 |
| 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
- 03/21/2025 Referred to House Finance
- 03/20/2025 Senate read and passed
- 03/12/2025 Placed on Senate Calendar (03/20/2025)
- 03/11/2025 Committee recommends passage
- 03/07/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/11/2025)
- 01/23/2025 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary