Healthcare

passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 5, 2026

SB 2874: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- RHODE ISLAND PROGRAM TO ADDRESS ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE

Creates the position of dementia services coordinator within the department of health to coordinate the departments' approach to Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates a dementia services coordinator position to improve Alzheimer's disease care coordination, advancing healthcare services and patient support.90% confidence

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died · Rhode Island · House Mar 24, 2026

HB 8246: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE POLICIES

Mandates health insurance coverage by eliminating out-of-pocket costs for lung cancer screenings in order to enable patients to get the critical care they need without delay.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates health insurance coverage by eliminating out-of-pocket costs for lung cancer screenings, improving patient access to critical care.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance

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passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 22, 2026

SR 3056: JOINT RESOLUTION TO AMEND THE MEDICAID SECTION 1115 DEMONSTRATION WAIVER REQUESTS AND RENEWALS

Allows EOHHS to implement waiver amendments, state plan amendments, and changes to department rules and regulations to make certain updates to the behavioral health per-diem add on program for particularly complex patients.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill updates behavioral health per-diem program for complex patients, improving access to mental health services and strengthening healthcare delivery.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicaid Mental Health

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died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 30, 2026

SB 2851: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- PHARMACISTS TEST-AND-TREAT AUTHORITY ACT

Authorizes pharmacists to order, perform and interpret CLIA-waived tests authorized by statewide protocol and prescribe medications, and permits coverage by all health insurance carriers.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands pharmacist authority to order tests and prescribe medications, improving patient access to healthcare services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance

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passed · Rhode Island · House Mar 19, 2026

HR 8319: HOUSE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING MARCH 20, 2026, TO BE "ALZHEIMER'S AWARENESS DAY" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

This bill designates March 20, 2026, as Alzheimer's Awareness Day in Rhode Island to highlight the impact of Alzheimer's disease on the state's residents. The resolution acknowledges the disease's prevalence, noting that over 24,000 Rhode Islanders are affected and that caregiving places significant strain on families. It authorizes the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to the Alzheimer's Association Rhode Island Chapter to support awareness efforts. The measure focuses on raising public consciousness about Alzheimer's rather than implementing new policies or funding changes.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill promotes Alzheimer's awareness and supports caregiving efforts, indirectly strengthening healthcare support systems and patient advocacy.85% confidence

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passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 21, 2026

SR 3057: 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

Creates a 17-member Commission to study Rhode Island’s healthcare workforce related to educating and retaining primary care providers and who would report back annually to the President of the Senate.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes commission to study healthcare workforce education and retention, aiming to improve access to primary care providers.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce Primary Care

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signed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 22, 2026

SB 3026: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS -- MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELORS AND MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPISTS

Changes the direct client contact hour requirements for applicants for licensure of marriage and family therapist associate and applicants for licensure of marriage and family therapist.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill modifies licensure requirements for mental health professionals, potentially improving access to mental health services and supporting the mental health workforce.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing Mental Health

passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 5, 2026

SB 3090: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- PATIENT PAYMENT INFORMATION

Prohibits a healthcare provider from requiring patients to provide electronic payment information to be kept on file as a condition to receiving treatment and makes it a violation a deceptive trade practice.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill protects patient rights by prohibiting forced electronic payment information collection, reducing barriers to healthcare access and preventing deceptive practices.85% confidence

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died · Rhode Island · Senate Mar 31, 2026

SB 2859: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS

Creates a Rhode Island specialty license for physician assistants who earn the NCCPA psychiatry CAQ, formally recognizing advanced behavioral health qualifications and supporting appropriate insurance reimbursement.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates specialty license for physician assistants with psychiatry qualifications, supporting mental health services and insurance reimbursement for advanced behavioral health care.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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passed · Rhode Island · House Mar 3, 2026

HR 8222: HOUSE RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING "REACH OUT AND READ RHODE ISLAND DAY" ON MARCH 3, 2026 IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

This bill designates March 3, 2026, as "Reach Out and Read Rhode Island Day" to honor the nonprofit organization that promotes early childhood literacy through shared reading. The resolution recognizes the program's work with pediatricians and family medicine providers to distribute free books to families with young children during medical visits. By officially commemorating this date, the state aims to raise public awareness about the importance of early literacy and acknowledge the organization's contributions to child development. The Secretary of State is authorized to send a certified copy of the resolution to the organization's executive director.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill promotes early childhood literacy through shared reading, supporting educational access and foundational learning skills for young children.75% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill recognizes Reach Out and Read program that distributes free books during pediatric visits, supporting healthcare providers and early childhood health initiatives.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Primary Care

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