Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7542: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- RHODE ISLAND PROGRAM TO ADDRESS ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7542 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 6, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- RHODE ISLAND PROGRAM TO ADDRESS ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE. Primary sponsor: Stephen Casey (Democratic), Lauren Carson (Democratic), Robert Craven (Democratic), Carol McEntee (Democratic), Grace Diaz (Democratic), Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (Democratic), Joseph McNamara (Democratic), Mia Ackerman (Democratic), Joe Shekarchi (Democratic), Casimiro. Most recent recorded action (March 19, 2026): 03/19/2026 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.
Creates the position of dementia services coordinator within the department of health to coordinate the departments' approach to Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephen Casey | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 50 |
| Lauren Carson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 75 |
| Robert Craven | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 32 |
| Carol McEntee | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 33 |
| Grace Diaz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 11 |
| Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 46 |
| Joseph McNamara | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 19 |
| Mia Ackerman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 45 |
| Joe Shekarchi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 23 |
| 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
- 03/19/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/13/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/19/2026)
- 02/06/2026 Introduced, referred to House Health & Human Services