S2828Introduced in the Senate
Amends the Rhode Island works program to increases the monthly cash benefit to one hundred percent (100%) of the federal poverty level effective July 1, 2026.
Introduced by Melissa Murray, District 24
What does this bill do?
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Official description
HUMAN SERVICES -- THE RHODE ISLAND WORKS PROGRAM - Amends the Rhode Island works program to increases the monthly cash benefit to one hundred percent (100%) of the federal poverty level effective July 1, 2026.
Where it stands
Senate passed Sub A as amended (floor amendment)
June 11, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
SenateStage: Passage · June 11, 2026
38
Yes
0
No
0
Absent or Not Voting
38 senators recorded in this Senate vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
See how each senator voted
| Senator | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Jacob Bissaillon | 1 | Yes |
| Ana Quezada | 2 | Yes |
| Samuel Zurier | 3 | Yes |
| Stefano Famiglietti | 4 | Yes |
| Samuel Bell | 5 | Yes |
| Tiara Mack | 6 | Yes |
| Frank Ciccone | 7 | Yes |
| Lori Urso | 8 | Yes |
| John Burke | 9 | Yes |
| Walter Felag | 10 | Yes |
Bill history
Introduced, referred to Senate Finance
Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/05/2026)
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
Scheduled for consideration (06/10/2026)
Proposed Substitute
Committee recommends passage of Sub A
Placed on Senate Calendar (06/11/2026)
Senate passed Sub A as amended (floor amendment)
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