Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7171: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- PATIENT PAYMENT INFORMATION
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7171 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 21, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- PATIENT PAYMENT INFORMATION. Primary sponsor: Brandon Potter (Democratic), Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (Democratic), Tina Spears (Democratic), Joshua Giraldo (Democratic), Casimiro. Most recent recorded action (January 27, 2026): 01/27/2026 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.
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.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 46 |
| Tina Spears | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 36 |
| Joshua Giraldo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 56 |
| Casimiro | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 01/27/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 01/23/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (01/27/2026)
- 01/21/2026 Introduced, referred to House Corporations