AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- STAY INVESTED IN RI WAVEMAKER FELLOWSHIPS

This bill amends the Rhode Island Wavemaker Fellowships program by adding a specific definition for "primary care" to the state's general laws. The change clarifies that primary care includes a range of prevention, wellness, and treatment services for common illnesses, covering initial patient visits and long-term relationships with healthcare professionals. This update directly affects the program's eligibility requirements for healthcare applicants, ensuring the definition aligns with standard medical practices. The legislation is procedural in nature, focusing solely on refining existing legal definitions without altering the core tax credit or funding mechanisms of the fellowship.