Rhode Island 2025 Regular Session

Rhode Island House Bill H5045

Introduced
1/15/25  
Refer
1/15/25  
Report Pass
2/25/25  

Caption

HOUSE RESOLUTION EXTENDING THE REPORTING DATE OF THE SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY THE FEASIBILITY OF UTILIZING FEDERAL TITLE IV DOLLARS TO SUPPORT AND ENHANCE ENROLLMENT IN SOCIAL WORK EDUCATION AT RIC (Extends the reporting date of the Legislative Commission to Study the Feasibility of Utilizing Federal Title IV Dollars to Support and Enhance Enrollment in Social Work Education at RIC from February 11, 2025, to March 6, 2025.)

Impact

The bill is situated within the context of increasing enrollment and support for social work education, which has become a critical area in addressing social services and community health needs. By potentially leveraging federal Title IV dollars, the commission aims to explore various avenues for funding that could enhance educational programs within social work at RIC. If successful, the implications may lead to improved educational infrastructure and greater workforce development in social services across Rhode Island.

Summary

House Bill H5045 is a resolution aimed at extending the reporting date of a special legislative commission responsible for studying the feasibility of utilizing federal Title IV dollars to support and enhance enrollment in social work education at Rhode Island College (RIC). This resolution was introduced by Representatives Casimiro and Noret on January 15, 2025, and it seeks to extend the deadline for the commission to make its recommendations from February 11, 2025, to March 6, 2025. The intention behind this extension is to allow the commission additional time to gather data and complete their analysis comprehensively.

Contention

While the bill itself does not appear to have direct opposition noted in the available documentation, the broader discussions regarding funding for social work education often involve considerations about allocation of resources, effectiveness of current programs, and the need to balance educational improvements with budgetary constraints. Stakeholders in social work education may advocate for more extensive funding while others may question the sustainability of relying on federal dollars.

Notable_points

The legislation underscores an ongoing commitment to social work education and aims to address the growing demand for professionals in this field, particularly in light of increasing societal challenges. By seeking to enhance enrollment through potential federal support, the resolution encourages a more strategic approach to workforce development in Rhode Island.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

RI H7627

HOUSE RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY THE FEASIBILITY OF UTILIZING FEDERAL TITLE IV DOLLARS TO SUPPORT AND ENHANCE ENROLLMENT IN SOCIAL WORK EDUCATION AT RIC (Creates a 12-member commission to study the feasibility of utilizing Federal Title IV-E dollars to enroll students in the field of social work, and who would report back to the House and Governor by October 1, 2024, and expire on January 24, 2025.)

RI H5169

Joint Resolution Extending The Reporting And Expiration Dates Of The Special Legislative Commission To Study The Governance Structure Of Rhode Island's Public Education System (this Resolution Would Extend The Reporting And Expiration Dates Of The Commission To Study The Governance Structure Of Rhode Island’s Public Education System, From March 1, 2023, To March 1, 2024, And Would Expire On July 1, 2024.)

RI S1105

Joint Resolution Extending The Reporting And Expiration Dates Of The Special Legislative Commission To Study The Governance Structure Of Rhode Island's Public Education System (this Resolution Would Extend The Reporting And Expiration Dates Of The Commission To Study The Governance Structure Of Rhode Island’s Public Education System, From March 1, 2023, To March 1, 2024, And Would Expire On July 1, 2024.)

RI H8146

HOUSE RESOLUTION EXTENDING THE REPORTING AND EXPIRATIONS DATES AND AMENDING THE PURPOSE OF THE SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO REVIEW AND PROVIDE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR POLICIES THAT DEAL WITH NUMEROUS ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL SHORT-TERM RENTALS ISSUES (This resolution would amend and expand the purpose of said legislative commission, and extend the reporting and expirations dates from March 15, 2024, to September 30, 2025, and said commission would expire on December 10, 2025.)

RI H6341

House Resolution Reinstating And Extending The Reporting And Expiration Dates Of The Special Legislative Commission To Study Rhode Island's Minimum Pricing Statutes (reinstates The Life And Extends The Reporting And Expiration Dates Of The Commission To Study Rhode Island's Minimum Pricing Statutes From April 4, 2019, To April 4, 2024, And Would Expire On June 4, 2024.)

RI H6370

House Resolution Extending The Reporting And Expiration Dates For The Special Legislative Commission To Study And Make Recommendations For The Placement Of Solar Panels On Inter-state Highways (this Resolution Would Extend The Reporting And Expiration Dates Of The Commission To Study And Make Recommendations On Placement Of Solar Panels On Inter-state Highways From April 11, 2023, To April 11, 2024, And Would Expire On June 11, 2024.)

RI H6088

House Resolution Extending The Reporting And Expiration Dates And Amending The Purpose, Name, And Membership Of The Special Legislative Commission To Study The Low And Moderate Income Housing Act (this Resolution Would Expand The Purpose, Amend The Name And Membership, And Extend The Reporting And Expiration Dates Of The Commission From April 12, To June 7, 2025, And Would Expire On June 28, 2025.)

RI H5150

House Resolution Extending The Reporting And Expiration Dates Of The Special Legislative Commission To Study And Make Recommendations For A Plan And The Design Of A Vietnam Memorial To Be Located In The City Of Providence, Rhode Island (this Resolution Would Extend The Reporting And Expiration Dates Of The Commission To Study A Plan And The Design Of A Vietnam Memorial In Providence, From January 31, 2023 To January 31, 2025, And Said Commission Would Expire On April 30, 2025.)

RI H5231

House Resolution Extending The Reporting And Expiration Dates Of The Special Legislative Commission To Study The Entire Area Of Land Use, Preservation, Development, Housing, Environment, And Regulation (extends The Reporting And Expiration Dates Of The Commission To Study The Entire Area Of Land Use, Preservation, Development, Housing, Environment, And Regulation, From June 8, 2023, To April 30, 2025, And Expires On June 30, 2025.)

RI H5179

House Resolution Extending The Reporting And Expiration Dates Of The Special Legislative Commission To Study And Provide Recommendations For Uniform Multi-state Nursing License Requirements (this Resolution Would Extend The Reporting And Expiration Dates Of The Commission To Study The And Provide Recommendations For Uniform Multi-state Nursing License Requirements, From April 13, 2023 To June 9, 2023, And Would Expire On June 23, 2023.)

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