H7708

JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $2,700,000 TO BE USED FOR MATERNAL HEALTH IMPROVEMENT AND EQUITY (Appropriates the sum of $2,700,000 to the department of health for maternal health improvement and equity.)

Introduced·2/11/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island H7708 appropriates $2,700,000 to the Department of Health for maternal health improvement and equity.

Rhode Island H7708 allocates $2,700,000 to the Department of Health for maternal health improvement and equity. The funds are designated for various programs, including $750,000 for the maternal health data and surveillance unit, $1,200,000 for the workplace development program, $600,000 for community maternal health access grants, and $150,000 for advisory council operations, community engagement, and reporting. This appropriation aims to enhance maternal health services and ensure equity in healthcare access for mothers.

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Where it stands

Current
Finance Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

D
1
0
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 11

House

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

Feb 11

House

Introduced, referred to House Finance