Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2831: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- PRIMARY CARE TRAINING SITES PROGRAM
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2831 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on March 4, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- PRIMARY CARE TRAINING SITES PROGRAM. Primary sponsor: Matt LaMountain (Democratic), Ryan Pearson (Democratic), Lori Urso (Democratic), Lou DiPalma (Democratic), Linda Ujifusa (Democratic), Lammis Vargas (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic), Bridget Valverde (Democratic), Alana DiMario (Democratic), Pam Lauria (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 5, 2026): 05/05/2026 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.
Appropriates two million seven hundred thousand dollars ($2,700,000) to fund the primary care training sites program to provide training for physicians, nurse practitioners and physician assistants within the department of health.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt LaMountain | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 31 |
| Ryan Pearson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 19 |
| Lori Urso | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 8 |
| Lou DiPalma | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 12 |
| Linda Ujifusa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 11 |
| Lammis Vargas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 28 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Bridget Valverde | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 35 |
| 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
- 05/05/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/01/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/05/2026)
- 03/04/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Finance