Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 8382: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- PHARMACIES
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 8382 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on April 1, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- PHARMACIES. Primary sponsor: Jennifer Stewart (Democratic), Kathleen Fogarty (Democratic), Brandon Potter (Democratic), Joshua Giraldo (Democratic), Cherie Cruz (Democratic), Doc Corvese (Democratic), Susan Donovan (Democratic), Michelle McGaw (Democratic), Rebecca Kislak (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.
Strengthens enforcement of the state's pharmacy audit law by clarifying and tightening audit procedures to ensure pharmacy audits are conducted fairly and transparently.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jennifer Stewart | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 59 |
| Kathleen Fogarty | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 35 |
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Joshua Giraldo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 56 |
| Cherie Cruz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 58 |
| Doc Corvese | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 55 |
| Susan Donovan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 69 |
| Michelle McGaw | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 71 |
| Rebecca Kislak | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
“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)
- 04/01/2026 Introduced, referred to House Health & Human Services