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Rhode Island Senate Bill S0871

Rhode Island 2025 Regular Session

Rhode Island Senate Bill S0871

Introduced
3/21/25  
Refer
3/21/25  
Report Pass
6/5/25  

Caption

JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $500,000 TO THE UNITED WAY OF RHODE ISLAND FOR THE 2-1-1 HUMAN SERVICES HOTLINE (Authorizes the appropriation of the sum of $500,000 to the United Way of Rhode Island to provide operational support for the 2-1-1 system.)

Impact

The bill underscores the state's commitment to providing accessible social services, particularly during emergencies and natural disasters. The 2-1-1 hotline has played a crucial role in connecting individuals and families with the help they need, as indicated by over 190,000 requests for assistance logged in 2023-2024. By approving this funding, the state intends to enhance the operational capacity of this hotline, ensuring it meets the growing demands for community support and disaster response.

Summary

S0871 is a joint resolution that appropriates $500,000 to the United Way of Rhode Island for the operational support of the 2-1-1 human services hotline. This hotline has been operational since 2007 and provides a free and confidential service available 24/7 in nearly 200 languages. It assists Rhode Islanders in accessing critical services ranging from housing and childcare to health care and food resources. The financial assistance aims to ensure the continued function and improvement of this essential service.

Contention

Discussions surrounding S0871 may reflect broader debates about the state’s role in funding community services versus local initiatives. While the bill has general support for its aim to assist vulnerable populations, concerns could arise regarding the allocation of state resources and the sustainability of funding for such services in the long term. Stakeholders may argue for or against the appropriateness of state funds being directed towards nonprofit organizations like the United Way, particularly about accountability and operational efficiency.

Latest RI S0871 Activity

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Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

RI S2574

JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $500,000 TO THE UNITED WAY OF RHODE ISLAND FOR THE 2-1-1 HUMAN SERVICES HOTLINE (This resolution would authorize the appropriation of the sum of $500,000 to the United Way of Rhode Island to provide operational support for the 2-1-1 system.)

RI H7693

JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $500,000 TO THE UNITED WAY OF RHODE ISLAND FOR THE 2-1-1 HUMAN SERVICES HOTLINE (This resolution would authorize the appropriation of the sum of $500,000 to the United Way of Rhode Island to provide operational support for the 2-1-1 system.)

RI H5146

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation Of $1,000,000 To The Rhode Island Council For The Humanities For Direct Grant Funding To Community Cultural Organizations Throughout Rhode Island (authorizes The Appropriation Of The Sum Of $1,000,000 To The Rhode Island Council For The Humanities To Continue Efforts To Support Local Cultural Organizations Throughout The State.)

RI S2599

JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $738,088 TO RHODE ISLAND COLLEGE (This resolution would authorize the appropriation of the sum of $738,088 to Rhode Island College to fund Rhode Island College HSI status and students supports.)

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 H6243

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation Of $738,088 To Rhode Island College (this Resolution Would Authorize The Appropriation Of The Sum Of $738,088 To Rhode Island College To Fund Rhode Island College Hsi Status And Student Supports.)

RI S0774

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation Of $738,088 To Rhode Island College (this Resolution Would Authorize The Appropriation Of The Sum Of $738,088 To Rhode Island College To Fund Rhode Island College Hsi Status And Student Supports.)

RI S0271

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation Of $1,000,000 To The Rhode Island Council For The Humanities For Direct Grant Funding To Community Cultural Organizations Throughout Rhode Island (this Resolution Would Authorize The Appropriation Of The Sum Of $1,000,000 To The Rhode Island Council For The Humanities To Continue Efforts To Support Local Cultural Organizations Throughout The State.)

RI H8320

JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $2,000,000 TO THE RI FOUNDATION TO SUPPORT VOCA GRANT RECIPIENT ORGANIZATIONS IN RHODE ISLAND (This resolution would authorize the appropriation of the sum of $2,000,000 to the Rhode Island Foundation to distribute as grants to the Rhode Island nonprofit organization recipients of federal Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) funding.)

RI S0984

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation Of $3,000,000 To Rhode Island College For The Rhode Island Vision Education And Services Program (rivesp) (authorizes The Appropriation Of The Sum Of $3,000,000 To Rhode Island College For The Rhode Island Vision Education And Services Program.)

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