H7320

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.

Introduced·1/23/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island H7320 removes the requirement for families to consent to and cooperate with the Department of Human Services in establishing paternity.

Rhode Island H7320 eliminates the necessity for families to consent to and cooperate with the Department of Human Services in establishing paternity and enforcing child and medical support orders to qualify for child care assistance. This change aims to streamline the eligibility process for child care assistance, making it more accessible to families in need. The bill takes effect upon passage, ensuring immediate impact on the eligibility criteria for child care assistance in Rhode Island.

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Where it stands

Current
Finance Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

May 14

12:00 AM

House Finance Hearing

History

May 14

House

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

May 8

House

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/14/2026)

Jan 23

House

Introduced, referred to House Finance