Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2950: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- THE HOSPITAL CONVERSIONS ACT -- HEALTHCARE INVESTMENT BOND REQUIREMENT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2950 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 -- THE HOSPITAL CONVERSIONS ACT -- HEALTHCARE INVESTMENT BOND REQUIREMENT. Primary sponsor: Jonathon Acosta (Democratic), Matt LaMountain (Democratic), Jessica de la Cruz (Republican), Linda Ujifusa (Democratic), Andrew Dimitri (Democratic), Lammis Vargas (Democratic), Stefano Famiglietti (Democratic), Lori Urso (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 7, 2026): 05/07/2026 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.
Mandates private equity companies or real estate investment trusts (REIT) seeking to invest in healthcare providers or provider-sponsored organizations in this state, submit a notice of material change with the AG and deposit a bond with the DOH.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 7 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jonathon Acosta | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 16 |
| Matt LaMountain | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 31 |
| Jessica de la Cruz | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 23 |
| Linda Ujifusa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 11 |
| Andrew Dimitri | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 25 |
| Lammis Vargas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 28 |
| Stefano Famiglietti | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 4 |
| Lori Urso | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 8 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/07/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/01/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/07/2026)
- 03/04/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary