RI S2829 | 2026 | Regular Session

Status

Sponsorship: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1)
Status: Engrossed on June 11 2026 - 50% progression, died in chamber
Action: 2026-06-11 - Senate passed Sub A
Text: Latest bill text (Comm Sub) [PDF]

Summary

STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN, YOUTH AND FAMILIES - 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.

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Title

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.

Sponsors


Roll Calls

2026-06-11 - Senate - Passage (Y: 38 N: 0 NV: 0 Abs: 0) [PASS]

History

DateChamberAction
2026-06-11SenateSenate passed Sub A
2026-06-10SenatePlaced on Senate Calendar (06/11/2026)
2026-06-10SenateCommittee recommends passage of Sub A
2026-06-09SenateProposed Substitute
2026-06-08SenateScheduled for consideration (06/10/2026)
2026-05-05SenateCommittee recommended measure be held for further study
2026-05-01SenateScheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/05/2026)
2026-03-04SenateIntroduced, referred to Senate Finance

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