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Rhode Island Senate Bill S2855

Rhode Island 2024 Regular Session

Rhode Island Senate Bill S2855

Introduced
3/22/24  

Caption

JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $5,000,000 TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (SNAP) EAT WELL, BE WELL PILOT REWARDS PROGRAM (This resolution would authorize the appropriation of the sum of $5,000,000 to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Eat Well, Be Well Pilot Rewards Program.)

Impact

The proposed appropriation of $5 million is intended to provide approximately 87,000 Rhode Island households with up to $25 a month in additional benefits, facilitating the purchase of healthier food options. This funding is expected to play a crucial role in improving dietary habits among recipients and ensuring that families have consistent access to nutritious foods. The benefits of the program may lead to long-term health improvements for low-income individuals, which can also reduce overall healthcare costs as healthier eating habits mitigate chronic diseases.

Summary

S2855 is a joint resolution aimed at appropriating $5,000,000 to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) under the Eat Well, Be Well Pilot Rewards Program. This initiative stands out as the first statewide program of its kind in the United States, intended to enhance food security among Rhode Island households receiving SNAP benefits. The program is designed to increase access to nutritious foods, specifically targeting fruits and vegetables, thereby directly addressing issues of food insecurity for vulnerable populations in the state.

Contention

While the bill primarily aims to provide necessary support for food assistance, any contention around S2855 may stem from debates about the allocation of state funds and the efficiency of such pilot programs. Critics might question whether the $5 million investment will yield measurable outcomes in reducing food insecurity or if the funds could be better utilized in other areas of state welfare. Additionally, discussions could arise regarding the potential administrative challenges and requirements for implementing the pilot rewards program effectively.

Latest RI S2855 Activity

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Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

RI H6124

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation Of $2,000,000 To The Rhode Island Food Bank (this Resolution Would Authorize The Appropriation Of The Sum Of $2,000,000 To The Rhode Island Community Food Bank.)

RI H6278

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation Of $35,000 To The Rhode Island Film And Television Office To Fund A Senior Systems Design Programmer Position (this Resolution Would Authorize The Appropriation Of $35,000 To The Rhode Island Film And Television Office To Fund A Full-time Senior Systems Design Programmer.)

RI H5478

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation Of $150,000 To The Women's Fund Of Rhode Island (this Resolution Would Authorize The Appropriation Of The Sum Of $150,000 To Women’s Fund Of Rhode Island To Implement Programs And Initiatives That Seek To Close The Gender Wage, Wealth, Health, And Leadership Gaps.)

RI H5816

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation Of $2,500,000 To The Haus Of Codec (this Resolution Would Authorize The Appropriation Of The Sum Of $2,500,000 To The Haus Of Codec.)

RI H6468

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation Of $400,000 To Community College Of Rhode Island For The Gwo Certification Program At The Flanagan Campus (this Resolution Would Authorize The Appropriation Of The Sum Of $400,000 To Community College Of Rhode Island For A Gwo Certification Program At The Flanagan Campus.)

RI H6125

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation Of $750,000 To The Rhode Island School For Progressive Education Over Three Fiscal Years (this Joint Resolution Would Authorize The Appropriation Of The Total Sum Of $750,000 To The Rhode Island School Of Progressive Education, A Period Of Over Three Fiscal Years, To Be Distributed In Three (3) Equal Installments.)

RI S0538

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation Of $5,000,000 To Eleanor Slater Hospital, Zambarano Unit (this Resolution Would Authorize The Appropriation Of The Sum Of $5,000,000 To Eleanor Slater Hospital, Zambarano Unit For The Purpose Of Re-building A Fire Station On Wallum Lake.)

RI H6123

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation Of $5,000,000 To Eleanor Slater Hospital, Zambarano Unit (this Resolution Would Authorize The Appropriation Of The Sum Of $5,000,000 To Eleanor Slater Hospital, Zambarano Unit For The Purpose Of Re-building A Fire Station On Wallum Lake.)

RI S0775

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation Of $2,500,000 To The Haus Of Codec (authorizes The Appropriation Of The Sum Of $2,500,000 To The Haus Of Codec To Support Unhoused Members Of The Lgbtq+ Community Through Transitional Housing, Workforce Training, Mental Health Support, And Daily Nutrition.)

RI H5405

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation Of $200,000 To The Brain Injury Association Of Rhode Island (biari) (this Joint Resolution Would Authorize The Appropriation Of The Sum Of $200,000 To The Brian Injury Association Of Rhode Island (biari).)

Similar Bills

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