Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2111: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- NURSES
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2111 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on January 16, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- NURSES. Primary sponsor: Dawn Euer (Democratic), Lori Urso (Democratic), Sam Zurier (Democratic), Ryan Pearson (Democratic), Linda Ujifusa (Democratic), Meghan Kallman (Democratic), Bridget Valverde (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic), Alana DiMario (Democratic), Pam Lauria (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 3, 2026): 03/03/2026 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.
Allows advanced practice registered nurses, physician assistants, and physicians who are and are not licensed in Rhode Island to provide telemedicine services to patients who are in the state when those services are rendered.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dawn Euer | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 13 |
| Lori Urso | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 8 |
| Sam Zurier | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 3 |
| Ryan Pearson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 19 |
| Linda Ujifusa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 11 |
| Meghan Kallman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 15 |
| Bridget Valverde | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 35 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Alana DiMario | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 36 |
| Pam Lauria | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/03/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 02/27/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/03/2026)
- 01/16/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Health and Human Services