S.2841

Mandates DCYF protection for benefits owed to foster children.

Chamber Passed·6/11/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island S2841 mandates DCYF protection for benefits owed to foster children.

Rhode Island S2841 mandates the Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) to protect benefits owed to foster children. This includes eligibility screening for federal benefits, applying for benefits, conserving benefits while assisting the child into adulthood, providing financial information, financial literacy training, and annual reports to the general assembly and concerned parties. 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

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 read and passed

Jun 10

Senate

Committee recommends passage

Jun 10

Senate

Placed on Senate Calendar (06/11/2026)