Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7587: AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- MEDICAL ASSISTANCE -- PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 7587 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 6, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- MEDICAL ASSISTANCE -- PRESCRIPTION DRUGS. Primary sponsor: Michelle McGaw (Democratic), Pat Serpa (Democratic), June Speakman (Democratic), Paul Santucci (Republican), Chris Paplauskas (Republican), Marie Hopkins (Republican), Mike Chippendale (Republican), Brandon Potter (Democratic), Stephen Casey (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 14, 2026): 05/14/2026 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 Rhode Island medical assistance program from requiring prior authorization or a step therapy protocol for the coverage of a medication classified as an anticonvulsant or antipsychotic.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 5 · Republican 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michelle McGaw | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 71 |
| Pat Serpa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 27 |
| June Speakman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 68 |
| Paul Santucci | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 53 |
| Chris Paplauskas | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 15 |
| Marie Hopkins | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 21 |
| Mike Chippendale | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 40 |
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Stephen Casey | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 50 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/14/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/08/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/14/2026)
- 02/06/2026 Introduced, referred to House Finance