Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7076: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- CERTIFIED SURGICAL FIRST ASSISTANTS ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 7076 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 14, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- CERTIFIED SURGICAL FIRST ASSISTANTS ACT. Primary sponsor: Earl Read (Democratic), Deb Fellela (Democratic), Susan Donovan (Democratic), Terri Cortvriend (Democratic), Brandon Potter (Democratic), Lauren Carson (Democratic), Kathleen Fogarty (Democratic), Doc Corvese (Democratic), Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (Democratic), David Bennett (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 14, 2026): 04/14/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Allows for the licensing of certified surgical first assistants to assist in surgeries through the department of health and a 7 member board of licensure.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earl Read | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 26 |
| Deb Fellela | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 43 |
| Susan Donovan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 69 |
| Terri Cortvriend | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 72 |
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Lauren Carson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 75 |
| Kathleen Fogarty | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 35 |
| Doc Corvese | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 55 |
| Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 46 |
| David Bennett | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 20 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/14/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/10/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/14/2026)
- 01/14/2026 Introduced, referred to House Health & Human Services