Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 8500: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- OFFICE OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 8500 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on May 1, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- OFFICE OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES. Primary sponsor: Jennifer Stewart (Democratic), Joshua Giraldo (Democratic), Brandon Potter (Democratic), Rebecca Kislak (Democratic), Lauren Carson (Democratic), Megan Cotter (Democratic), Michelle McGaw (Democratic), Jennifer Boylan (Democratic), June Speakman (Democratic), Susan Donovan (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 28, 2026): 05/28/2026 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.
Promotes fiscal integrity, transparency, and accountability in the state’s healthcare system by mandating that certain reporting covered health entities submit quarterly financial reports to the secretary.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jennifer Stewart | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 59 |
| Joshua Giraldo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 56 |
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Rebecca Kislak | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| Lauren Carson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 75 |
| Megan Cotter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 39 |
| Michelle McGaw | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 71 |
| Jennifer Boylan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 66 |
| June Speakman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 68 |
| Susan Donovan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 69 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/28/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/22/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/28/2026)
- 05/01/2026 Introduced, referred to House Health & Human Services