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RI H7401
Joint Resolution
Status
1/28/2026
Primary Sponsor
David Bennett
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AI Summary
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Appropriates $75,000 from the state treasury for fiscal year 2026-2027 to Jewish Collaborative Services (JCS), a nonprofit formed in 2018 from the merger of Jewish Family Services (est. 1929) and Jewish Seniors Agency (est. 1887)
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JCS provides social services addressing food insecurity, housing instability, health, social isolation, and emotional well-being for at-risk Rhode Islanders
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Services focus on underserved populations including seniors, low-income households, immigrants, and people with disabilities, while being open to all Rhode Islanders regardless of religious background
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JCS operates Rhode Island's only kosher food pantry, senior congregate kosher meal site, and Kosher Meals on Wheels program
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State controller is authorized to disburse funds upon receipt of properly authenticated vouchers
Legislative Description
JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $75,000 FOR THE JEWISH COLLABORATIVE SERVICES (Appropriates the sum of $75,000 to Jewish Collaborative Services.)
Last Action
Introduced, referred to House Finance
1/28/2026