Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7272: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- THE HOSPITAL CONVERSIONS ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7272 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 23, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- THE HOSPITAL CONVERSIONS ACT. Primary sponsor: Jennifer Boylan (Democratic), Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (Democratic), Susan Donovan (Democratic), Karen Alzate (Democratic), Alex Finkelman (Democratic), Jay Edwards (Democratic), Michelle McGaw (Democratic), Kathleen Fogarty (Democratic), Terri Cortvriend (Democratic), Lauren Carson (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 9, 2026): 04/09/2026 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 the closure or significant reduction of services of a birthing center without notice, application, financial disclosure, public hearing, and approval by the department of health.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jennifer Boylan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 66 |
| Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 46 |
| Susan Donovan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 69 |
| Karen Alzate | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 60 |
| Alex Finkelman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 74 |
| Jay Edwards | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 70 |
| Michelle McGaw | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 71 |
| Kathleen Fogarty | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 35 |
| Terri Cortvriend | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 72 |
| Lauren Carson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 75 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/09/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/03/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/09/2026)
- 01/23/2026 Introduced, referred to House Health & Human Services