Current Legislation

Throughout the legislative session, Rhode Island KIDS COUNT tracks the budget and other bills being considered by the Rhode Island General Assembly and presents policy information and data-based testimony to General Assembly committees. 

The Rhode Island General Assembly meets from January to July. During the legislative session additional bills are added on a rolling basis.

To read the full text of a bill, click on the bill number, or track the progress of a bill by visiting the State of Rhode Island General Assembly website and entering the bill number.

Below is the current legislation that is being tracked by Rhode Island KIDS COUNT in each policy area:

The 2022 legislative session has ended and the Rhode Island General Assembly is in Recess. Please see our 2022 Legislative Wrap-Up and check back in January when the 2023 session begins.

Child Welfare Legislation (pdf)

Early Learning & Development Legislation (pdf)

Economic Well-Being Legislation (pdf)

Education Legislation (pdf)

Health & Dental Legislation (pdf)

Housing & Homelessness Legislation (pdf)

Juvenile Justice Legislation (pdf)

Safety Legislation (pdf)

Other Legislation (pdf)

Budget Articles (pdf)