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RI S2252

Joint Resolution

Status

Introduced

1/23/2026

Primary Sponsor

Meghan Kallman

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Appropriates $75,000 from the general 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)

  • JCS provides social services addressing food insecurity, housing instability, health, social isolation, and emotional well-being for at-risk Rhode Islanders

  • Services are open to all Rhode Islanders in need, with focus on underserved populations including seniors, low-income households, immigrants, and people with disabilities

  • JCS operates Rhode Island's only kosher food programs, including a kosher pantry, senior congregate kosher meal site, and Kosher Meals on Wheels

  • Funds would support programs serving seniors, adults, children, and families throughout the state

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 Senate Finance

1/23/2026

Committee Referrals

Finance1/23/2026

Full Bill Text

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