Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7185: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- PROTECTIONS OF HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS 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 7185 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 -- PROTECTIONS OF HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS ACT. Primary sponsor: June Speakman (Democratic), Jennifer Stewart (Democratic), Megan Cotter (Democratic), Michelle McGaw (Democratic), Lauren Carson (Democratic), Kathleen Fogarty (Democratic), Rebecca Kislak (Democratic), Susan Donovan (Democratic), Edith Ajello (Democratic), Jennifer Boylan (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 10, 2026): 03/10/2026 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.
Provides that the prescription label for medication abortion prescription drugs may include the name of the dispensing healthcare practice instead of the name of the dispenser.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June Speakman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 68 |
| Jennifer Stewart | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 59 |
| Megan Cotter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 39 |
| Michelle McGaw | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 71 |
| Lauren Carson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 75 |
| Kathleen Fogarty | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 35 |
| Rebecca Kislak | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| Susan Donovan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 69 |
| Edith Ajello | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 1 |
| Jennifer Boylan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 66 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/10/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/06/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/10/2026)
- 01/21/2026 Introduced, referred to House Judiciary