Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7686: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- PRIMARY CARE TRAINING SITES PROGRAM
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7686 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 11, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- PRIMARY CARE TRAINING SITES PROGRAM. Primary sponsor: Jennifer Boylan (Democratic), Michelle McGaw (Democratic), Tina Spears (Democratic), Susan Donovan (Democratic), Edith Ajello (Democratic), Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (Democratic), Terri Cortvriend (Democratic), Jason Knight (Democratic), Arthur Handy (Democratic), Kathleen Fogarty (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 30, 2026): 04/30/2026 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.
Appropriates two million seven hundred thousand dollars ($2,700,000) to fund the primary care training sites program to provide training for physicians, nurse practitioners and physician assistants within the department of health.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jennifer Boylan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 66 |
| Michelle McGaw | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 71 |
| Tina Spears | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 36 |
| Susan Donovan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 69 |
| Edith Ajello | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 1 |
| Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 46 |
| Terri Cortvriend | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 72 |
| Jason Knight | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 67 |
| Arthur Handy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 18 |
| Kathleen Fogarty | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 35 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/30/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/24/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/30/2026)
- 02/11/2026 Introduced, referred to House Finance