S.2829

Establishes a procedure to permit DCYF to apply for benefits on behalf of children, who are eligible, that are within temporary custody or guardianship of the department.

Chamber Passed·6/11/26

Rhode Island S2829 expands eligibility for childcare assistance to include foster or kinship children served through the Department of Children.

Rhode Island S2829 amends the Rhode Island Works Program to include a new category of eligibility for childcare assistance. This category, known as the "protective services category," specifically includes foster or kinship children served through the Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF). The bill also outlines various income thresholds and eligibility criteria for other families seeking childcare assistance, including those with incomes below certain percentages of the federal poverty level.

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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

D
1
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

38 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Jun 10

12:00 AM

Senate Finance Consideration

May 5

12:00 AM

Senate Finance Hearing

History

Jun 11

Senate

Senate passed Sub A

Jun 10

Senate

Committee recommends passage of Sub A

Jun 10

Senate

Placed on Senate Calendar (06/11/2026)