H8220

Creates a state-run pilot program in Rhode Island that provides paid, low-barrier employment to individuals experiencing homelessness for community beautification and cleanup projects while connecting participants to supportive services.

Introduced·3/3/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island H8220 establishes a pilot program offering paid, low-barrier employment for homeless individuals in community beautification projects.

Rhode Island H8220 creates a state-run pilot program within the executive office of housing, in consultation with other state agencies, to provide paid, temporary employment to individuals experiencing homelessness. The program focuses on community beautification and cleanup projects, such as litter removal, park cleanup, and graffiti removal. It aims to connect participants with supportive services, including job readiness training, identification assistance, housing navigation, and behavioral health referrals.

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Where it stands

Current
Municipal Government & Housing Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Mar 31

12:00 AM

House Municipal Government & Housing Hearing

History

Mar 31

House

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Mar 27

House

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/31/2026)

Mar 3

House

Introduced, referred to House Municipal Government & Housing