Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 8383: AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- THE RHODE ISLAND PRESCRIPTION DRUG PURCHASING POOL ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 8383 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on April 1, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- THE RHODE ISLAND PRESCRIPTION DRUG PURCHASING POOL ACT. Primary sponsor: Lauren Carson (Democratic), Kathleen Fogarty (Democratic), Carol McEntee (Democratic), Evan Shanley (Democratic), Earl Read (Democratic), Justine Caldwell (Democratic), June Speakman (Democratic), Susan Donovan (Democratic), Megan Cotter (Democratic), Tina Spears (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.
Establishes a state-run prescription drug purchasing pool, available for participation by nonstate public employers, private employers, and health insurance carriers, to maximize the value of drug discounts available to participants.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lauren Carson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 75 |
| Kathleen Fogarty | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 35 |
| Carol McEntee | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 33 |
| Evan Shanley | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 24 |
| Earl Read | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 26 |
| Justine Caldwell | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 30 |
| June Speakman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 68 |
| Susan Donovan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 69 |
| Megan Cotter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 39 |
| Tina Spears | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 36 |
“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