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Rhode Island House Bill H6039

Rhode Island 2025 Regular Session

Rhode Island House Bill H6039

Introduced
3/7/25  
Refer
3/7/25  
Report Pass
5/6/25  
Engrossed
5/13/25  

Caption

Requires every school district to render assistance and cooperation within its jurisdictional power to further the objects of this chapter, to wit, providing the courts with any information concerning a child as the court may require.

Impact

If enacted, H6039 will enforce a requirement for all public school districts within Rhode Island to assist family court proceedings by providing necessary information regarding children under their jurisdiction. This legislative change is expected to foster a more integrated approach to child welfare, potentially leading to more informed decisions during court cases that involve minors. Given the significant role of educational institutions in the lives of children, their cooperation is crucial to addressing issues related to delinquency and dependency effectively.

Summary

House Bill 6039 seeks to amend existing laws regarding the proceedings in family court specifically focusing on the cooperation of public and private agencies in the context of delinquent and dependent children. The bill mandates that every school district must assist and cooperate with the courts by providing information concerning a child as required by the court. This aims to enhance the communication and collaboration between educational institutions and the family court system, ensuring that relevant information is accessible to those making decisions for children's welfare.

Contention

While there may not be immediate points of contention publicly available, the bill could face scrutiny from various stakeholders in the education system regarding privacy concerns and the extent of information that must be shared with the courts. Educators may be concerned about their legal obligations and the implications of sharing sensitive information. Additionally, how this bill harmonizes with existing laws and the operational capacity of school districts to comply with these mandates may also lead to discussions about practicality and resources.

Latest RI H6039 Activity

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Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

RI H7871

Requires all school districts to have an athletic trainer at each high school within the district.

RI H7122

Removes the requirement that families consent to, and cooperate with the department of human services in establishing paternity and enforcing child and medical support orders as a condition of eligibility for childcare assistance.

RI S2459

Removes the requirement that families consent to, and cooperate with the department of human services in establishing paternity and enforcing child and medical support orders as a condition of eligibility for childcare assistance.

RI H7019

Establishes "workplace readiness week". It requires all public high schools, including charter schools, to annually observe that week by providing information to students on their rights as workers and specifies the topics that must be covered.

RI S2282

Establishes "workplace readiness week". It requires all public high schools, including charter schools, to annually observe that week by providing information to students on their rights as workers and specifies the topics that must be covered.

RI H7823

Requires the department of children, youth and families (DCYF) to conduct periodic comprehensive needs assessments to determine whether the department’s programs and services meet the needs of children and families.

RI S2705

Requires the department of children, youth and families (DCYF) to conduct periodic comprehensive needs assessments to determine whether the department's programs and services meet the needs of children and families.

RI H7642

Prohibit the family court from detaining any juvenile or committing any juvenile, under the age of 14 years, to the training school, for any offense other than murder, first degree sexual assault, or an attempt to commit such offenses.

RI S2775

Prohibit the family court from detaining any juvenile or committing any juvenile, under the age of 14 years, to the training school, for any offense other than murder, first degree sexual assault, or an attempt to commit such offenses.

RI H7118

Requires DCYF to prepare an annual report of all findings of suspected and/or verified violations of this chapter and share report on its website and to members of the general assembly.

Similar Bills

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