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RI S2085
Bill
Status
1/16/2026
Primary Sponsor
Alana DiMario
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AI Summary
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Removes the July 31, 2028 expiration date on childcare assistance funding for childcare educators and staff who work at least 20 hours per week in licensed childcare centers and family childcare homes
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Changes eligibility determination from the previous income cap of 300% of federal poverty level to a case-by-case basis using the federal Child Care Development Funds "protected population" definition with an 85% state median income affordability guideline
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Eliminates copayments for families determined eligible under the new "protected population" category
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Requires the department to collect applicant and participant data and submit an annual report to the governor and general assembly by November 1 on estimated demand for state-funded childcare for eligible childcare workers
Legislative Description
Eliminates the sunset on the provision of funding, modify eligibility requirement to 85% of state median income and expand funding to at least 20 hours per week.
Human Services
Last Action
Introduced, referred to Senate Finance
1/16/2026