Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2458: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- INTERSTATE MEDICAL LICENSURE COMPACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2458 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on February 6, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- INTERSTATE MEDICAL LICENSURE COMPACT. Primary sponsor: Todd Patalano (Democratic), Brian Thompson (Democratic), Matt LaMountain (Democratic), Elaine Morgan (Republican), Melissa Murray (Democratic), Pete Appollonio (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.
Requires the state to implement the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact no later than July 1, 2026.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 5 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Todd Patalano | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 26 |
| Brian Thompson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
| Matt LaMountain | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 31 |
| Elaine Morgan | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 34 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Pete Appollonio | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 29 |
“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)
- 02/06/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Health and Human Services