Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7603: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- VETERINARY PRACTICE
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7603 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 11, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- VETERINARY PRACTICE. Primary sponsor: Earl Read (Democratic), Charlene Lima (Democratic), Deb Fellela (Democratic), Jon Brien (Independent), Pat Serpa (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 9, 2026): 04/09/2026 Withdrawn at sponsor's request.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Requires veterinarians to provide consultations to animal owners when a drug is prescribed and dispensed for that annual patient.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 4 · Independent 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earl Read | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 26 |
| Charlene Lima | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 14 |
| Deb Fellela | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 43 |
| Jon Brien | Primary sponsor | Independent | House | 49 |
| Pat Serpa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 27 |
“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- 04/09/2026 Withdrawn at sponsor's request
- 03/03/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 02/27/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/03/2026)
- 02/23/2026 Meeting postponed (02/24/2026)
- 02/19/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration
- 02/11/2026 Introduced, referred to House Corporations