Rhode Island bills · 2026 Regular Session

Rhode Island HB 7109

AN ACT RELATING TO COMMERCIAL LAW -- GENERAL REGULATORY PROVISIONS -- PATIENT BROKERING ACT

Introduced
In committee
Passed House
Passed Senate
To Governor
Became law

Sponsors

Stewart (Democratic)
Cruz (Democratic)
Sanchez (Democratic)
Hull (Democratic)
Lombardi (Democratic)

Summary

Official abstract published by the Rhode Island legislature· summary

Prohibits the practice of patient brokering and provides monetary penalties and enforcement by the office of the attorney general.

Text versions

7109

Roll-call votes

No recorded votes on this bill.

Actions

Jan 20, 2026 · Legislature
01/20/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
Jan 16, 2026 · Legislature
01/16/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (01/20/2026)
Jan 15, 2026 · House
01/15/2026 Introduced, referred to House Corporations