S.2242

Requires the department of human services to provide childcare assistance to families, including those served through DCYF, who meet the requirements of a protective services category as defined in CFR 98.20 (a)(3)(ii).

Introduced·1/23/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island S2242 expands childcare assistance eligibility to families served by DCYF and others meeting protective services criteria.

Rhode Island S2242 amends the Rhode Island Works Program to expand eligibility for childcare assistance. The bill requires the Department of Human Services to provide childcare assistance to families served through the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) and those meeting protective services criteria. Families with incomes below 200% of the federal poverty level can receive assistance for higher education enrollment, and those below 261% can receive aid for employment.

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History

Jan 23

Senate

Introduced, referred to Senate Finance