Rhode Island 2022 Regular Session

Rhode Island House Bill H7387

Introduced

2/9/22

Refer

2/9/22

Caption

House Resolution Creating A Special Legislative Commission To Study And Make Recommendations For Protecting And Providing Effective Care For Vulnerable Populations In State-funded Home Care Programs

Impact

If enacted, the commission will analyze best practices and make recommendations that could significantly influence how care is structured and financed in state-funded programs. This could lead to improved standards of care for the vulnerable demographics, particularly the elderly or individuals with disabilities, thus addressing critical gaps in service delivery within Rhode Island's home care sector. The bill highlights the state's commitment to enhancing the welfare of these groups, which are often underserved.

Summary

House Bill H7387 is a resolution focused on creating a special legislative commission tasked with the study and recommendations for protecting and providing effective care for vulnerable populations in state-funded home care programs. Introduced by Representative Jacquelyn M. Baginski, the bill emphasizes addressing the needs of individuals reliant on home care services, ensuring they receive quality and appropriate care. The commission will consist of various members from the legislature, health departments, and advocacy organizations, which indicates a comprehensive approach by bringing together multiple perspectives.

Contention

While the bill generally seeks to create a framework for better care, contention may arise around the allocation of state funding and resources. Critics may worry about potential bureaucracy involved in the commission's recommendations or how well those recommendations translate into actionable policies. Additionally, there could be discussions regarding the effectiveness of this new commission versus existing bodies and whether it will lead to substantial changes in home care practices or merely add another layer of oversight without resolving underlying issues.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

RI H6156

HOUSE RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY EDUCATIONAL OUTCOMES FOR CHILDREN IN STATE CARE

RI H5224

House Resolution Creating A Special Legislative Commission To Study And Provide Recommendations Pertaining To Services And Coordination Of State Programs Relating To Older Adult Rhode Islanders (creates A 16 Member Commission To Study And Provide Recommendations For Services And The Coordination Of State Programs For Older Adult Rhode Islanders, And Report Back By May 7, 2024, And Expire On August, 2024.)

RI H6427

HOUSE RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY AND PROVIDE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE CREATION OF A STATEWIDE WHOLE-HOME REPAIRS PROGRAM (Creates 10-member commission to study and provide recommendations for the creation of a statewide whole-home repairs program, and who would report back to the Speaker of the House by January 5, 2026, and would expire on March 5, 2026.)

RI H7093

HOUSE RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY AND PROVIDE RECOMMENDATIONS AND COMMENTS FOR HEALTHCARE LIABILITY REFORM (This resolution creates a 15 member special legislative commission to study and provide recommendations and comments for healthcare liability reform, and who would report back to the House by January 1, 2025, and expire on February 1, 2025.)

RI H6401

House Resolution Creating A Special Legislative Commission To Study And Provide Recommendations And Comments For Healthcare Liability Reform (creates A 15 Member Legislative Commission To Study And Provide Recommendations And Annotations For Healthcare Liability Reform In Rhode Island, And Report Back To The House By January 15, 2024, And Expire On April 15, 2024.)

RI H8375

House Resolution Creating A Special Legislative Commission To Study And Make Recommendations For The Placement Of Solar Panels On Inter-state Highways

RI H5970

JOINT RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY AND PROVIDE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE CREATION OF A STATEWIDE WHOLE-HOME REPAIRS PROGRAM (Creates 12-member commission to study and provide recommendations for the creation of a statewide whole-home repairs program, and who would report back to the General Assembly by January 5, 2026, and would expire on March 5, 2026.)

RI H8296

Joint Resolution Creating A Special Legislative Commission To Study And Make Recommendations Regarding Rhode Island’s Old Growth Forests (creates An 11 Member Commission Whose Purpose Would Be To Study And Make Recommendations Regarding Ri's Old Growth Forests, And Who Would Report Back To The House And Senate By August 18, 2023, And Would Expire On December 31, 2023.)

RI H8376

House Resolution Creating A Special Legislative Commission To Study And Provide Recommendations On The Issue Of Pfas In Firefighter Gear (creates A 9 Member Commission To Study And Provide Recommendations On The Issue Of Pfas In Firefighter Gear, And Who Would Report Back By January 1, 2024, And Expire On March 1, 2024.)

RI S3002

Joint Resolution Creating A Special Legislative Commission To Study And Make Recommendations Regarding Rhode Island's Old Growth Forests (creates An 11 Member Commission Whose Purpose Would Be To Study And Make Recommendations Regarding Ri's Old Growth Forests, And Who Would Report Back To The House And Senate By August 18, 2023, And Would Expire On December 31, 2023.)

Similar Bills

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