Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 8568: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- RHODE ISLAND PROGRAM TO ADDRESS ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE
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- Passed both chambers
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Plain-language summary
HB 8568 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on May 20, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- RHODE ISLAND PROGRAM TO ADDRESS ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE. Primary sponsor: Grace Diaz (Democratic), Jay Edwards (Democratic), David Bennett (Democratic), Sam Azzinaro (Democratic), Deb Fellela (Democratic), Lauren Carson (Democratic), Edith Ajello (Democratic), Susan Donovan (Democratic), Joseph McNamara (Democratic), Mia Ackerman (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 9, 2026): 06/09/2026 Referred to Senate Health and Human Services.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Amends the current law on Alzheimer’s care by enacting a specific list of protocols to be followed and those healthcare facilities subject to the law.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grace Diaz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 11 |
| Jay Edwards | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 70 |
| David Bennett | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 20 |
| Sam Azzinaro | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 37 |
| Deb Fellela | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 43 |
| Lauren Carson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 75 |
| Edith Ajello | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 1 |
| Susan Donovan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 69 |
| Joseph McNamara | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 19 |
| Mia Ackerman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 45 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 06/09/2026 Referred to Senate Health and Human Services
- 06/09/2026 House read and passed
- 06/08/2026 Placed on House Calendar (06/09/2026)
- 06/08/2026 Committee recommends passage
- 06/05/2026 Scheduled for consideration (06/08/2026)
- 05/28/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/22/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/28/2026)
- 05/20/2026 Introduced, referred to House Health & Human Services