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HB 8475·RI·house

AN ACT RELATING TO BEHAVIORAL HEALTHCARE, DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES AND HOSPITALS -- DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTHCARE, DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES AND HOSPITALS

IntroducedFiled Apr 17, 2026
Sponsor: Bennett
Latest Action

05/05/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study

May 5, 2026

Summary

The bill creates a parent deinstitutionalization subsidy aid program within the Department of Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities and Hospitals. It provides financial assistance to qualified parents or approved relatives who take custody of individuals who have been patients of state hospitals or out‑of‑state institutions for at least 90 days. The aim is to support community‑based care and reduce reliance on institutional placement.

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