Healthcare

passed · Rhode Island · House Mar 24, 2026

HR 8342: HOUSE RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING MARCH 24, 2026 AS “NATIONAL DIABETES ALERT DAY 2026” IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

This bill designates March 24, 2026, as "National Diabetes Alert Day 2026" in Rhode Island to raise awareness about diabetes risks and prevention. It directly affects Rhode Island residents by encouraging them to learn about their diabetes risk and pursue preventive care. The resolution formally recognizes the importance of early awareness and supports the state Department of Health's efforts to promote healthy lifestyle choices. It does not create new laws or funding but serves as a commemorative measure to highlight public health priorities.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill promotes diabetes awareness and preventive care, supporting public health initiatives and encouraging healthy lifestyle choices.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Primary Care Public Health

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signed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 22, 2026

SB 3065: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE POLICIES

Requires that reimbursement rates for certified mobile response and stabilization services be equal to or greater than the prevailing integrated state Medicaid rate for mobile response and stabilizations services.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates reimbursement rates for mobile response services equal to Medicaid rates, ensuring adequate funding for critical healthcare stabilization services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicaid

passed · Rhode Island · House Jun 9, 2026

HB 8365: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- INTERNATIONAL PUBLIC HEALTH COLLABORATION

This bill authorizes Rhode Island's Department of Health to join international public health collaboration networks aimed at detecting and responding to infectious disease outbreaks. It allows the department to enter into agreements with federal agencies, international organizations, and academic institutions to share expertise, training, and surveillance data while maintaining privacy protections. The legislation also permits the state to designate specific offices or laboratories as partners in these networks and to provide voluntary assistance during global outbreak responses. Additionally, the bill requires coordination with federal authorities like the CDC and ensures that no regulatory authority is transferred to international organizations.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill strengthens public health infrastructure by enabling international collaboration for infectious disease detection and response, enhancing surveillance capabilities and data sharing while protecting privacy.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health

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died · Rhode Island · Senate Mar 31, 2026

SR 2816: JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $118,422 TO THE RHODE ISLAND PARENT INFORMATION NETWORK

This bill appropriates $118,422 in state funding to the Rhode Island Parent Information Network (RIPIN) to support its Dual Ombudsman program, which assists approximately 40,000 Rhode Islanders who receive both Medicare and Medicaid coverage. The program helps these individuals navigate complex healthcare enrollment rules, resolve claim denials, access care, and understand changes in their coverage options. The funding would match federal Medicaid dollars to maintain the program's current capacity for the 2027 fiscal year, preventing its termination as proposed in the state budget. This support is particularly important during a major transition in Rhode Island's managed care system for dual-eligible enrollees, when fewer trusted resources are available to help them navigate their healthcare options.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $118,422 to fund an essential healthcare navigation program, directly increasing state funding for public services.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill appropriates funding to support Dual Ombudsman program helping 40,000 dual eligibles navigate healthcare enrollment and access care.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget Medicaid Medicare

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died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 30, 2026

SB 2856: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- PHARMACIES

Includes routine, scheduled or recommended immunizations to individuals between the ages of three (3) and eighteen (18) years, under the consent and reporting provisions required for pharmacy administered immunizations.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands immunization access for children ages 3-18 through pharmacy-administered vaccines, improving healthcare access and preventive care services.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Children's Health Prescription Drugs

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passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 29, 2026

SR 2789: JOINT RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY AND PROVIDE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE CREATION OF A STATEWIDE TEACHER HEALTHCARE PLAN

Creates an 11-member commission to study and make recommendations on a statewide teacher healthcare plan, and would report quarterly as of September 1, 2026, and submit a final report by September 1, 2027, and expires on December 31, 2027.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill establishes commission to study statewide teacher healthcare plan, directly supporting educators by addressing their health benefits and well-being.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates commission to study statewide teacher healthcare plan, indicating intent to expand health coverage for educators.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill creates commission to study statewide teacher healthcare plan, which would expand worker benefits and improve healthcare access for teachers.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Teachers

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died · Rhode Island · House May 14, 2026

HR 8255: JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $200,000 TO THE RHODE ISLAND FREE CLINIC

This bill allocates $200,000 in state funding to the Rhode Island Free Clinic for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The money is intended to support the clinic's mission of providing free medical care and preventive health services to uninsured adults who cannot afford healthcare. The funds will be drawn from the state treasury and paid out based on submitted financial vouchers. This appropriation directly affects the clinic's operations and ability to serve its target population.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $200,000 in state funding to support free medical care services, directly advancing public health funding and government spending for essential programs.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill allocates $200,000 to fund free clinic services for uninsured adults, directly expanding healthcare access and increasing funding for public health initiatives.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Primary Care

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died · Rhode Island · House Apr 9, 2026

HB 8367: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE POLICIES

Requires healthcare insurers, without prior authorization, to provide post-acute care services to patients discharged from a hospital for a minimum of seven (7) days commencing on or after January 1, 2027.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates insurers provide post-acute care services for 7 days after hospital discharge, improving patient access to continued care and protecting patient rights.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals

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died · Rhode Island · House Mar 30, 2026

HB 8318: AN ACT RELATING TO FOOD AND DRUGS -- UNIFORM CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES ACT

Prescriptions for testosterone not allowed to be transmitted or reported within the prescription drug monitoring database and removes from the records all existing information concerning prior testosterone prescriptions.

Topics ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareBill restricts access to prescription drug monitoring for testosterone prescriptions, limiting transparency and oversight in healthcare management.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Prescription Drugs

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died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 28, 2026

SB 2875: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- ASSISTED LIVING RESIDENCE LICENSING ACT

Establishes, encourages and supports the establishment of family councils and resident councils in managed residential communities providing assisted living services.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes family and resident councils in assisted living facilities, improving patient rights and oversight in healthcare settings.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Long-Term Care

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