Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2871: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- HEALTH CARE FOR CHILDREN AND PREGNANT WOMEN
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- In committee
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- Passed both chambers
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Plain-language summary
SB 2871 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on March 4, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- HEALTH CARE FOR CHILDREN AND PREGNANT WOMEN. Primary sponsor: Pam Lauria (Democratic), Hanna Gallo (Democratic), Dawn Euer (Democratic), Tiara Mack (Democratic), Alana DiMario (Democratic), Lori Urso (Democratic), Victoria Gu (Democratic), Bridget Valverde (Democratic), Brian Thompson (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 25, 2026): 03/25/2026 Referred to House Finance.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Requires EOHHS to provide self-measured blood pressure monitoring for eligible pregnant and postpartum individuals, covering home monitors, training, data transmission, and co-interventions, with state funds if federal aid is unavailable.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pam Lauria | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
| Hanna Gallo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 27 |
| Dawn Euer | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 13 |
| Tiara Mack | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 6 |
| Alana DiMario | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 36 |
| Lori Urso | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 8 |
| Victoria Gu | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 38 |
| Bridget Valverde | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 35 |
| Brian Thompson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/25/2026 Referred to House Finance
- 03/24/2026 Senate read and passed
- 03/12/2026 Placed on Senate Calendar (03/24/2026)
- 03/10/2026 Committee recommends passage
- 03/06/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/10/2026)
- 03/04/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Health and Human Services