Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

SB 2978: AN ACT RELATING TO BEHAVIORAL HEALTHCARE, DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES AND HOSPITALS -- MENTAL HEALTH LAW

Enacted Last action June 19, 2026: 06/19/2026 Signed by Governor

Plain-language summary

SB 2978 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on March 4, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO BEHAVIORAL HEALTHCARE, DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES AND HOSPITALS -- MENTAL HEALTH LAW. Primary sponsor: Melissa Murray (Democratic), Lou DiPalma (Democratic), Matt LaMountain (Democratic), Lammis Vargas (Democratic), Ryan Pearson (Democratic), Lori Urso (Democratic), Walter Felag (Democratic), Alana DiMario (Democratic), Pam Lauria (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 19, 2026): 06/19/2026 Signed by Governor.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Melissa Murray (Democratic); Lou DiPalma (Democratic); Matt LaMountain (Democratic); Lammis Vargas (Democratic); and 5 more.