Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2571: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- ASSISTED LIVING RESIDENCE LICENSING ACT
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- Passed both chambers
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Plain-language summary
SB 2571 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on February 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- ASSISTED LIVING RESIDENCE LICENSING ACT. Primary sponsor: Brian Thompson (Democratic), Meghan Kallman (Democratic), Lori Urso (Democratic), Tiara Mack (Democratic), Alana DiMario (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic), Bridget Valverde (Democratic), Walter Felag (Democratic), Linda Ujifusa (Democratic), Pam Lauria (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 29, 2026): 05/29/2026 Referred to House Health & Human Services.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Requires annual inspections of those assisted living residences which contain units licensed to treat residents with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Thompson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
| Meghan Kallman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 15 |
| Lori Urso | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 8 |
| Tiara Mack | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 6 |
| Alana DiMario | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 36 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Bridget Valverde | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 35 |
| Walter Felag | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 10 |
| Linda Ujifusa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 11 |
| 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
- 05/29/2026 Referred to House Health & Human Services
- 05/28/2026 Senate read and passed
- 05/22/2026 Placed on Senate Calendar (05/28/2026)
- 05/21/2026 Committee recommends passage
- 05/19/2026 Scheduled for consideration (05/21/2026)
- 04/28/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/24/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/28/2026)
- 02/13/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Health and Human Services