Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 347: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- BOARD OF MEDICAL LICENSURE AND DISCIPLINE
Enacted Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 347 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on February 21, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- BOARD OF MEDICAL LICENSURE AND DISCIPLINE. Primary sponsor: Ana Quezada (Democratic), Lou DiPalma (Democratic), Bridget Valverde (Democratic), Alana DiMario (Democratic), Pete Appollonio (Democratic), Matt LaMountain (Democratic), Brian Thompson (Democratic), Pam Lauria (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic), Lori Urso (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 23, 2025): 06/23/2025 Signed by Governor.
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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 physicians limited license to practice in Rhode Island under specific conditions.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ana Quezada | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 2 |
| Lou DiPalma | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 12 |
| Bridget Valverde | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 35 |
| Alana DiMario | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 36 |
| Pete Appollonio | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 29 |
| Matt LaMountain | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 31 |
| Brian Thompson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
| Pam Lauria | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| 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
- 06/23/2025 Signed by Governor
- 06/18/2025 Transmitted to Governor
- 06/18/2025 House passed Sub A as amended in concurrence
- 06/17/2025 Placed on House Calendar (06/18/2025)
- 06/17/2025 Senate passed Sub A as amended (floor amendment)
- 06/12/2025 Placed on Senate Calendar (06/17/2025)
- 06/10/2025 House passed Sub A as amended (floor amendment)
- 06/08/2025 Placed on House Calendar (06/10/2025)
- 06/04/2025 Senate passed Sub A
- 06/02/2025 Placed on Senate Calendar (06/04/2025)
- 06/02/2025 Committee recommends passage of Sub A
- 05/30/2025 Proposed Substitute
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