Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2862: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- DENTISTS AND DENTAL HYGIENISTS
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- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
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Plain-language summary
SB 2862 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on March 4, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- DENTISTS AND DENTAL HYGIENISTS. Primary sponsor: Bridget Valverde (Democratic), Alana DiMario (Democratic), Brian Thompson (Democratic), Pam Lauria (Democratic), Lori Urso (Democratic), Sam Bell (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic), Ana Quezada (Democratic), Lammis Vargas (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 5, 2026): 06/05/2026 Referred to House Corporations.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Allows foreign-trained dentists and dental hygienists to obtain limited licenses if they graduate from reputable dental colleges or universities, work under a supervising dentist, and pass a board-approved exam.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridget Valverde | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 35 |
| Alana DiMario | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 36 |
| Brian Thompson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
| Pam Lauria | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
| Lori Urso | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 8 |
| Sam Bell | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 5 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Ana Quezada | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 2 |
| 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
- 06/05/2026 Referred to House Corporations
- 06/04/2026 Senate passed Sub A
- 06/02/2026 Placed on Senate Calendar (06/04/2026)
- 06/02/2026 Committee recommends passage of Sub A
- 06/01/2026 Proposed Substitute
- 05/29/2026 Scheduled for consideration (06/02/2026)
- 04/02/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/27/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/02/2026)
- 03/04/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Health and Human Services