Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7921: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- PHARMACISTS TEST-AND-TREAT AUTHORITY ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 7921 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- PHARMACISTS TEST-AND-TREAT AUTHORITY ACT. Primary sponsor: Megan Cotter (Democratic), Rebecca Kislak (Democratic), Joshua Giraldo (Democratic), Brandon Potter (Democratic), Jenni Furtado (Democratic), Cherie Cruz (Democratic), Jennifer Boylan (Democratic), Teresa Tanzi (Democratic), Susan Donovan (Democratic), Michelle McGaw (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.
Authorizes pharmacists to order, perform and interpret CLIA-waived tests authorized by statewide protocol and prescribe medications, and permits coverage by all health insurance carriers.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Megan Cotter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 39 |
| Rebecca Kislak | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| Joshua Giraldo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 56 |
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Jenni Furtado | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 64 |
| Cherie Cruz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 58 |
| Jennifer Boylan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 66 |
| Teresa Tanzi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 34 |
| Susan Donovan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 69 |
| Michelle McGaw | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 71 |
“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)
- 02/27/2026 Introduced, referred to House Health & Human Services