Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2860: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 2860 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 -- DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH. Primary sponsor: Lou DiPalma (Democratic), Alana DiMario (Democratic), Tiara Mack (Democratic), Pam Lauria (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic), Lori Urso (Democratic), Lammis Vargas (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 10, 2026): 03/10/2026 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 department of health to implement a tobacco control program that incorporates evidence-based best practices for tobacco prevention and cessation to prevent tobacco-related diseases and diminish tobacco use in the state.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 7
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lou DiPalma | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 12 |
| Alana DiMario | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 36 |
| Tiara Mack | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 6 |
| Pam Lauria | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Lori Urso | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 8 |
| Lammis Vargas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 28 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/10/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/06/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/10/2026)
- 03/04/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Health and Human Services