Summary: HR 6410, introduced by Representatives Morales and Batista on June 11, has been referred to the House Municipal Government & Housing. The bill urges the City of Providence to enforce the First Source Hiring Ordinance, which mandates that businesses receiving significant public investments utilize the Providence First Source List for job creation. The ordinance includes provisions for penalties for non-compliance, such as failing to notify the First Source about job openings or allowing access to relevant records, which can result in the termination of contracts and funding. The bill highlights concerns regarding the lack of compliance by businesses and the city's ineffective enforcement of the ordinance, which may contribute to rising unemployment and socio-economic challenges in the community. It emphasizes the need to provide job opportunities to local residents, particularly low-income and working-class individuals, to address these issues. The bill concludes by directing the Secretary of State to send certified copies to key city officials, including the Mayor and the President of the City Council, to ensure they are informed and can take appropriate action.