Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7118: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- PHARMACEUTICAL COST TRANSPARENCY
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7118 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 15, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- PHARMACEUTICAL COST TRANSPARENCY. Primary sponsor: Jennifer Stewart (Democratic), Cherie Cruz (Democratic), Enrique Sanchez (Democratic), Raymond Hull (Democratic), John Lombardi (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 24, 2026): 03/24/2026 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.
Directs the state board of pharmacy to annually identify up to fifteen prescription drugs with increased costs and provides the list to the attorney general to obtain reasons for the cost increases.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 5
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jennifer Stewart | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 59 |
| Cherie Cruz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 58 |
| Enrique Sanchez | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 9 |
| Raymond Hull | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 6 |
| John Lombardi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 8 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/24/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/20/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/24/2026)
- 01/15/2026 Introduced, referred to House Health & Human Services