Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 265: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- RIGHTS OF NURSING HOME PATIENTS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 265 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on February 13, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- RIGHTS OF NURSING HOME PATIENTS. Primary sponsor: Gordon Rogers (Republican), Jessica de la Cruz (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 6, 2025): 03/06/2025 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.
Amends the law on nursing home minimum staffing requirements in order that any penalty incurred during calendar years 2022, 2023, and 2024 would be abated.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gordon Rogers | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 21 |
| Jessica de la Cruz | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 23 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/06/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 02/28/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/06/2025)
- 02/13/2025 Introduced, referred to Senate Health and Human Services