Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 3258: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- PHARMACIES
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 3258 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on May 5, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- PHARMACIES. Primary sponsor: Gordon Rogers (Republican), Alana DiMario (Democratic), Pete Appollonio (Democratic), Bridget Valverde (Democratic), Jessica de la Cruz (Republican), Lori Urso (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic), David Tikoian (Democratic), Val Lawson (Democratic), Linda Ujifusa (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 21, 2026): 05/21/2026 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.
Strengthens enforcement of the state's pharmacy audit law by clarifying and tightening audit procedures to ensure pharmacy audits are conducted fairly and transparently.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 8 · Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gordon Rogers | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 21 |
| Alana DiMario | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 36 |
| Pete Appollonio | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 29 |
| Bridget Valverde | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 35 |
| Jessica de la Cruz | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 23 |
| Lori Urso | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 8 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| David Tikoian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
| Val Lawson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 14 |
| Linda Ujifusa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 11 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/21/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/15/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/21/2026)
- 05/05/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Health and Human Services