Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7741: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- NURSES
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 7741 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 12, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- NURSES. Primary sponsor: Brandon Voas (Democratic), Doc Corvese (Democratic), Megan Cotter (Democratic), David Bennett (Democratic), Rebecca Kislak (Democratic), Joshua Giraldo (Democratic), Joseph McNamara (Democratic), Brandon Potter (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 14, 2026): 04/14/2026 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.
Allows advanced practice registered nurses, physician assistants, and physicians who are and are not licensed in Rhode Island to provide telemedicine services to patients who are in the state when those services are rendered.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 8
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Voas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 57 |
| Doc Corvese | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 55 |
| Megan Cotter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 39 |
| David Bennett | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 20 |
| Rebecca Kislak | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| Joshua Giraldo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 56 |
| Joseph McNamara | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 19 |
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/14/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/10/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/14/2026)
- 02/12/2026 Introduced, referred to House Health & Human Services