S.2452

Provides $100,000 to support the mental health and emotional well-being of children in OST settings.

Chamber Passed·6/11/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island S2452 allocates $100,000 to support children's mental health in out-of-school time settings.

Rhode Island S2452 provides $100,000 to support the mental health and emotional well-being of children and youth through investments in out-of-school time settings. The funds will be used for mental health first aid training, peer support groups, and other initiatives that foster connection and resilience. The administering entity will award funds through a competitive process to qualified OST programs, prioritizing those serving youth with high levels of demonstrated need. The act takes effect upon passage.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · 38–0 · Jun 11
Current
The House
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

8 Yea

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0 Nay

2 Absent

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Calendar

Jun 11

12:00 AM

Senate Finance Consideration

May 19

12:00 AM

Senate Finance Hearing

History

Jun 11

Senate

Committee recommends passage

Jun 11

Senate

Placed on Senate Calendar (06/11/2026)

Jun 11

Senate

Senate read and passed