Rhode Island S2621 establishes a pilot program offering paid employment to homeless individuals for community beautification projects.
Rhode Island S2621 creates a state-run pilot program providing paid, low-barrier employment to individuals experiencing homelessness for community beautification and cleanup projects. The program, managed by the executive office of housing, offers temporary positions in tasks such as litter removal, graffiti removal, and landscaping. Participants receive wages, worker protections, and access to supportive services including job readiness training and housing navigation. The program aims to improve public spaces while offering a pathway to housing stability and employment.
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