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passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 10, 2026

SB 2867: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- CONFIDENTIALITY OF HEALTH CARE COMMUNICATIONS AND INFORMATION ACT

Provides conditions under which BHDDH has the authority to compel certain healthcare providers to finish requested healthcare records without violating The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill strengthens patient confidentiality rights by amending protections for healthcare communications and information access processes.90% confidence
Melissa Murray (D)
passed · Rhode Island · House Jun 10, 2026

HB 8272: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- LAW ENFORCEMENT SEXUAL MISCONDUCT

Makes sexual contact or penetration between any law enforcement officer that is on duty and a person that is a detainee, arrestee, in custody or a suspect a felony.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill enhances police accountability by criminalizing sexual misconduct by law enforcement officers, protecting civil rights and victims.95% confidence
Scott Slater (D) Kathleen Fogarty (D) David Bennett (D) Sam Azzinaro (D) Raymond Hull (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 10, 2026

SB 2450: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- REAL ESTATE CONVEYANCE TAX

Requires that the tax imposed upon the conveyance of any real property that is located in more than one municipality to be allocated between or among the municipalities in proportions to the assessed value of the property located in each municipality.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates real estate conveyance tax revenue proportionally to municipal assessed values, promoting equitable fiscal management within state tax systems.95% confidence
Meghan Kallman (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 10, 2026

SB 2649: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- RESIDENCE OF CHILDREN FOR SCHOOL PURPOSES -- IN-DISTRICT ACCESS TO OPEN PUBLIC SCHOOL SEATS

Ensures any public school with available seats, after completion of the initial enrollment period for students, shall make all open seats available to other students residing within the same school district.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationEnsures public schools offer available seats to district residents, expanding access to K-12 education within the district.95% confidence
Bob Britto (D) Brian Thompson (D) Lammis Vargas (D) David Tikoian (D) Pete Appollonio (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 10, 2026

SB 2032: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE POLICIES

SB 2032 prohibits health insurance plans in Rhode Island from requiring patients to pay copays, deductibles, or other out-of-pocket costs for diagnostic or supplemental breast examinations. It specifically covers exams used to evaluate abnormalities (diagnostic) or screen for breast cancer in high-risk individuals (supplemental), based on medical history or risk factors. The law applies to all group and individual health insurance plans, including those offered by health maintenance organizations and nonprofit health corporations. The bill takes effect January 1, 2027, ensuring these exams are fully covered without cost-sharing for enrollees.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProhibits copays/deductibles for breast cancer screenings, improving access to diagnostic/supplemental exams for high-risk patients under insurance plans.95% confidence
Brian Thompson (D) Sam Zurier (D) David Tikoian (D) Pete Appollonio (D) Bridget Valverde (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 10, 2026

SR 2354: SENATE RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE RHODE ISLAND PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION TO TERMINATE GAS LINE EXTENSION ALLOWANCES AS PART OF DOCKET 25-45-GE

This Senate resolution (SR 2354) requests the Rhode Island Public Utilities Commission (PUC) to end a cost-sharing mechanism for gas line extensions in Rhode Island Energy's tariffs. Currently, all gas customers pay for new connections to the gas system through a "gas line extension allowance," which the resolution argues locks in long-term gas infrastructure conflicting with climate goals. The request specifically targets Docket 25-45-GE, where Rhode Island Energy is proposing rate adjustments, and asks the PUC to eliminate this allowance as part of those changes. The resolution directly affects all gas customers by removing a shared cost for new infrastructure.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill terminates gas line extension allowances, reducing fossil fuel dependence and aligning with climate goals by ending infrastructure locking in gas use.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill targets gas line extension allowances, arguing they lock in fossil fuel infrastructure conflicting with climate goals. Ending this mechanism advances climate objectives by reducing long-term gas dependency.95% confidence
Bob Britto (D) Sam Zurier (D) Lammis Vargas (D) Bridget Valverde (D) Linda Ujifusa (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 9, 2026

SR 3346: SENATE RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO MAKE A COMPREHENSIVE STUDY OF RHODE ISLAND'S HEALTHCARE WORKFORCE RELATED TO EDUCATING AND RETAINING PRIMARY CARE PROVIDERS

This Senate resolution creates a fifteen-member special legislative commission to study how Rhode Island can better educate and retain primary care providers like doctors, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. The commission will include representatives from medical schools, professional associations, community health centers, and local nonprofits, and it will produce annual reports on access to care and the state's medical education resources. Members serve without pay and will submit their findings and recommendations directly to the President of the Senate. The bill addresses the current shortage of primary care providers in the state by establishing a formal group to investigate workforce challenges and propose solutions.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates a commission to study and improve education and retention of primary care providers, directly aiming to strengthen healthcare workforce access.90% confidence
Meghan Kallman (D) Lammis Vargas (D) Bridget Valverde (D) Alana DiMario (D) Val Lawson (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 9, 2026

SR 3348: SENATE RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING AND CELEBRATING JUNE 14, 2026 AS "NATIONAL FLAG DAY" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

This Senate resolution designates June 14, 2026, as "National Flag Day" within the State of Rhode Island to honor the historical adoption of the United States flag. The bill authorizes the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to the National Flag Day Foundation. It serves as a commemorative measure with no impact on laws, budgets, or daily operations.
Elaine Morgan (R)
passed · Rhode Island · House Jun 9, 2026

HR 8451: HOUSE RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT TO WORK WITH THE TOWN OF NEW SHOREHAM TO DEVELOP A REGULATORY FRAMEWORK TO REDUCE TICK-BORNE ILLNESS ON BLOCK ISLAND

This bill directs the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management to work with the Town of New Shoreham to create a plan for managing deer populations on Block Island to reduce tick-borne illnesses. The proposed framework would allow the town to apply for special permits to conduct deer management activities, such as licensed hunting or culling, which are currently restricted on the island. Additionally, the plan must include safety protocols, data collection on deer and tick populations, and public education efforts, with a final report due to state leaders within six months.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill aims to reduce tick-borne illnesses by managing deer populations, directly protecting public health and preventing disease spread.85% confidence
Tina Spears (D)
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