Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2051: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- LILA MANFIELD SAPINSLEY COMPASSIONATE CARE ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2051 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on January 9, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- LILA MANFIELD SAPINSLEY COMPASSIONATE CARE ACT. Primary sponsor: Val Lawson (Democratic), Jonathon Acosta (Democratic), Tiara Mack (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic), Alana DiMario (Democratic), Bridget Valverde (Democratic), Dawn Euer (Democratic), Pam Lauria (Democratic), Gordon Rogers (Republican), Meghan Kallman (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 7, 2026): 05/07/2026 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 the process to provide a legal mechanism whereby a terminally ill patient may choose to end their life using medications prescribed by a physician.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Val Lawson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 14 |
| Jonathon Acosta | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 16 |
| Tiara Mack | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 6 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Alana DiMario | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 36 |
| Bridget Valverde | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 35 |
| Dawn Euer | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 13 |
| Pam Lauria | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
| Gordon Rogers | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 21 |
| Meghan Kallman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 15 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/07/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/01/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/07/2026)
- 01/09/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary