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RI H7689

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/11/2026

Primary Sponsor

Arthur Handy

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Lawful permanent residents become eligible for Rhode Island Works Program benefits immediately without any waiting period
  • Monthly cash assistance payment standard increases to 100% of the federal poverty level effective July 1, 2026, with annual adjustments tied to federal poverty guidelines thereafter
  • Child support pass-through payments increase from $50 to $100 for one child and $200 for more than one child
  • Eliminates the $65 benefit reduction for families residing in subsidized housing
  • Effective date: July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Amends the Rhode Island works program to allow lawful permanent residents to receive benefits without a waiting period and increases the monthly cash benefit to one hundred percent (100%) of the federal poverty level effective July 1, 2026.

Human Services

Last Action

Committee transferred to House Finance

3/5/2026

Committee Referrals

Finance3/5/2026
Judiciary2/27/2026
Finance2/11/2026

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