· RI legislature · 2026

AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- THE RHODE ISLAND WORKS PROGRAM

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.

Sponsor

Lou DiPalma (D-RI)

Introduced

2026-03-04

Policy area

Social Welfare

Latest action

03/04/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Finance