S.2834

Permits extended early intervention services for children with developmental disabilities whose third birthday is between May 1 and August 31.

Chamber Passed·6/11/26

Rhode Island S2834 extends early intervention services for children with developmental disabilities born between May 1 and August 31.

Rhode Island S2834 allows children with developmental disabilities whose third birthday falls between May 1 and August 31 to continue receiving early intervention services until September after their third birthday. The bill mandates the Rhode Island Executive Office of Health and Human Services to develop a plan ensuring continuity of services and minimizing gaps as children transition to early childhood special education. It also requires private health insurers to cover this extended early intervention option.

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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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11
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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)