Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 8137: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- RHODE ISLAND PROTECT OUR HEALTHCARE ACT OF 2026

In committee Last action April 14, 2026: 04/14/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Plain-language summary

HB 8137 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- RHODE ISLAND PROTECT OUR HEALTHCARE ACT OF 2026. Primary sponsor: Jenni Furtado (Democratic), Grace Diaz (Democratic), Cherie Cruz (Democratic), Casimiro, June Speakman (Democratic), Jennifer Boylan (Democratic), Michelle McGaw (Democratic), Karen Alzate (Democratic), Teresa Tanzi (Democratic), Susan Donovan (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 14, 2026): 04/14/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Jenni Furtado (Democratic); Grace Diaz (Democratic); Cherie Cruz (Democratic); Casimiro; and 6 more.