Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7357: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- SENSITIVE HEALTHCARE INFORMATION PRIVACY ACT
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- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7357 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 28, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- SENSITIVE HEALTHCARE INFORMATION PRIVACY ACT. Primary sponsor: Katie Kazarian (Democratic), Tina Spears (Democratic), Terri Cortvriend (Democratic), Grace Diaz (Democratic), Lauren Carson (Democratic), Susan Donovan (Democratic), June Speakman (Democratic), Carol McEntee (Democratic), Jennifer Boylan (Democratic), Jason Knight (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 11, 2026): 06/11/2026 House passed Sub A.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Creates the sensitive healthcare information privacy act.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Katie Kazarian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 63 |
| Tina Spears | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 36 |
| Terri Cortvriend | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 72 |
| Grace Diaz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 11 |
| Lauren Carson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 75 |
| Susan Donovan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 69 |
| June Speakman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 68 |
| Carol McEntee | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 33 |
| Jennifer Boylan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 66 |
| Jason Knight | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 67 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 06/11/2026 House passed Sub A
- 06/10/2026 Placed on House Calendar (06/11/2026)
- 06/10/2026 Committee recommends passage of Sub A
- 06/09/2026 Proposed Substitute
- 06/08/2026 Scheduled for consideration (06/10/2026)
- 03/10/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/06/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/10/2026)
- 01/28/2026 Introduced, referred to House Judiciary